Most students who successfully complete this course progress onto one of the Level 3 art and design related courses run at the College. Successful completion of a level 3 course can allow you to progress onto university.

Candidates will be expected to show evidence of an Art and Design Portfolio at interview.

On the course you will study four projects themed by:

1. The Formal Elements in Art and Design
2. Still Life: Light and Measure
3. Design & Make: 2D Art, 3D Design and Animation for a Purpose
4. Personal Final Major Project

They will include subjects such as:

• Drawing
• 3D Design
• Ceramics
• Textiles
• Graphic Communications
• Printmaking
• Painting
• Contextual studies
• Digital Portfolio in Teams for each Project
• Essential Skills Application of Number, Communication and ICT

Studio Fees: £65.00

4 GCSEs A* - D including an Art related subject, English Language and Maths.

OR 

Level 1 qualification in Art & Design to include English and Maths at D or above. 
Candidates will be expected to show evidence of an Art and Design Portfolio at interview.

You must provide a Portfolio and may be requested to attend an interview. 
You must re-sit GCSE English Language or Maths if Grade D for successful progression onto L3 qualifications.
Candidates will be expected to show evidence of an Art and Design Portfolio with a range of drawings to the standard required for entry onto the L2 course.

• The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
• Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
• Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
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• Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
• Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.