Mixed Media (Graphics, Photography & 3D Design)
About this course
This full-time UAL Level 2 course focuses on Graphics, Photography, and 3D Design, allowing learners to explore various materials, techniques, and processes. Learners will learn about various media and work through drawing, digital design, photography, and digital fabrication.
They will study in our dedicated studios, computer suites, and workshops, gaining practical experience using various materials and techniques. The course begins with foundational skills in Art and Design, followed by projects in Graphics, Photography, and 3D Design. The goal is to develop contextual knowledge, allowing learners to appreciate other artists, designers, and craft persons and find their own influences and styles.
What you will study
This course offers practical skills and theoretical knowledge in various disciplines, enhancing understanding of subject materials, techniques, and processes through assignments and live projects.
You will study a range of assignments and projects that may include:
- Graphics – Typography, Animation, and Illustration.
- Photography – Digital Image Processing, Photography Composition, and Photo Manipulation.
- 3D Design – Model Making, Computer Aided Design, and
- Digital Fabrication.
You will also study the Essential Skills qualification to develop skills in numeracy, literacy and digital skills. This is a standalone qualification, and all learners must successfully complete this course alongside their subject course.
Course fee per year
Studio Fees: £65.00
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs grades D or above including an Art related subject, English Language and Maths. OR Level 1 qualification in Art & Design to include English and Maths at grade D or above. Applicants will be expected to show evidence of an Art and Design Portfolio – digital or physical - at an orientation event. This is an informal meeting with the course tutor to discuss your application and review your portfolio.
Important points
- 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.
- All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
- 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.
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Time of day
Full Time
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I have really enjoyed studying the Art and Design course at Cardiff and Vale College. I have a passion for the subject and it’s great to be able to study it full-time. The highlight of my time here came at the end of my first year, when my work was selected by the course’s awarding body to be exhibited at one of the top galleries in London. I felt really proud when I took down my family to see the exhibition. I’m looking forward to finishing my second year and heading to university to further develop my practice.
Career prospects & further study
56,000
Learners who successfully complete this course can progress onto one of the Level 3 Art and Design related courses such as:
- UAL Graphic Design Level 3
- UAL Digital Arts, Animation and Communication Level 3
- BTEC Photography Level 3
- BTEC Product Design (3D) Level 3
- BTEC Art & Design Level 3