Foundations of Creative Studies

L1 Level 1
Full Time
3 September 2026 — 30 July 2027
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

This is an introductory course designed for school leavers who wish to progress to further study in courses related to the Creative Industry. This course is designed so that learners develop their artistic skills and knowledge of their own work and of practitioners that will influence their work. The course will involve developing presentation, critique and team work skills that are all essential to the working in the Creative Industry.

What you will study

Students will be introduced to a range of theoretical and practical modules that will offer an insight to what it is like to study and work in the creative industry.

You will work with a number of specialist subject tutors to develop skills in drawing and paint, clay, textile & 3D modelling and digital photography. Learners will pick artists that will inspire and influence their practice.

As well as developing a multidisciplinary approach, students will build on their skills of self-reflection creating a portfolio of their professional practice.

Entry requirements

Applicants would benefit from achieving 3 GCSEs Grades D-F. Alternatively, applicants will be considered based on interview and a satisfactory skills scan, with a desire and commitment to complete the course they would wish to study.

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.
Key information

Start date

3 September 2026

End date

30 July 2027

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

18 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
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Course code

FLCCFCS01
L1

Qualification

Foundations of Creative Studies

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56,000

The Creative industries is one of the fastest growing sectors with 56,000 people employed in Wales.

Learners successfully completing this course with distinction grades will be able to progress on to further Creative courses within CAVC.

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City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE