Course Code: VA1FE65 Art and Design Foundation Diploma - Level 3 Next course dates Start dateLocationDuration 05 Sep 2022 University Centre 1 Year Apply now 05 Sep 2023 University Centre 1 Year Apply now Overview Is this course for me? What will I learn? How will I be assessed? Key information Where could this course take me? Course Summary This UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is an exciting and challenging qualification which provides a transition from general education to specialist art and design education. This enables students to make an informed decision when applying to Higher Education or seeking employment within a related industry. The course builds on your prior experience, linking skills you already have with ideas and challenges designed to develop your creativity and conceptual understanding. The focus of the UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is on creative development through experimentation and risk taking. You will get an experience of a broad range of creative skills, methods, materials and techniques including drawing, painting, ceramics, graphics design, fashion design, photography, digital editing software, mixed media, life drawing and printing. This will be supported by engaging with research, group critique sessions and conceptual development. This course is for you if you want a challenging and supportive environment designed to identify and build on your creative strengths and passion. Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, it is recommended that students have a minimum of 5 x GCSEs at grade 4 or grade C, including Maths and English, and one A level, or equivalent Level 3 qualification, preferably in a relevant creative subject. Otherwise, applicants with industrial or practical experience will be considered on the strength of their portfolio. Essential Skills – English and Maths If you achieve a grade 3 in GCSE Maths or English you will have to work towards re-sitting these subjects as part of your main study programme. At B&FC, this won’t delay your career journey because you’re working towards these subjects at the same time as your chosen subject. Qualification Obtained: Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Industry Placement and Field Trips In normal circumstances, students will be required to undertake work experience consisting of between twenty and forty hours of work based experience that is external to the College. You will be offered a placement by the work experience tutor, but would be able to choose your own placement. In normal circumstances, there will be a number of field trips and research visits. In the past, students have visited Manchester, Lancaster, site visits in and around Blackpool, as well as trips further afield including Liverpool and London. Learning and Teaching Methods The majority of the teaching methods are devoted to workshop style sessions with demonstrations and guidance by the tutors, but you will also receive formal lecture sessions, group discussions, 1:1 tutorials, group (collaborative) projects and independent study. Expert Tutors All staff involved in the delivery of further education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice. Assessment Methods The course is divided into 3 stages each containing 1 unit. Stage 1 covers Diagnostic Investigation into Creative Practice and consists of 29 level 3 credits. Stage 2 covers Developing Specialist Practice and consists of 46 level 3 credits. Stage 3 covers Consolidating Practice and consists of 45 level 4 credits. Diagnostic Investigation into Creative Practice: In this unit, students will undertake a diagnostic investigation into visual language and creative practices. This exploratory investigation allows students to become familiar with and experiment within a wide range of (art, design, craft and media) creative disciplines as part of their journey to, or reinforcement of, specialism in Unit 2. Developing Specialist Practice: This unit will provide students with the opportunity to reflect on the knowledge, skills and practices they have developed in Diagnostic Investigation into Creative Practice, and to define their creative ambitions by encouraging a holistic approach to a range of activities, which will support, contextualise and position their creative endeavour within their chosen specialist practice. Consolidating Practice: This unit aims to provide students with an opportunity to take control of their own learning and demonstrate their achievement by independently initiating, researching, completing and evaluating a project proposal and realisation within their chosen professional context. You will submit a body of creative work at the end of each stage which will be formally assessed. Qualification Obtained: Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Regulation and Accreditation: Accrediting Institution: N/A Awarding Body: UAL Regulatory Body: Ofsted Terms and Conditions Read our full terms and conditions for more information. Tuition Fees Read our tuition fees guide. Other Costs and Equipment Needed Most of the materials are provided. There may be minimal additional optional costs associated with study visits and materials that the students wish to use for any individual work. Students may need to pay for parking at the college if they choose to do so. Regulation and Accreditation Accrediting Institution: N/A Awarding Body: UAL Regulatory Body: Ofsted Terms and Conditions Read our full terms and conditions for more information. Career Options and Progression The majority of students progress onto BA Honours Degree courses at B&FC and other institutions. Degree-level study could include: 2D or 3D Visual Communication Fine Art Graphic Design Fashion Photography Illustration Architecture Creative Industry Administration Management Teaching Potential employment could include: Self-employment in the creative industries Teaching in the life-long learning sector Art Therapy (following completion of a degree or employment experience)