UAL Level 2 Award and Diploma in Art and Design

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Art and Design

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Art and Design

Chippenham!Trowbridge!Salisbury

Study Mode

Full Time

Start Date, Location

Sep 2026, Chippenham
Sep 2026, Trowbridge
Sep 2026, Salisbury

Duration

1 year

Cost

£.00

per academic year.

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Course Overview

Have you always been interested in art and design and would like to explore and develop your skills through a full-time immersive learning experience? On this one-year course you’ll study a range of subject areas including printmaking, fine art, three-dimensional design, graphic design and drawing techniques. You’ll have the opportunity to work on live briefs in a professional context, building upon your existing practical skills to develop your ideas. As you gain confidence, you will develop a broad range of design and digital skills and get the chance to showcase your work. The course includes visits to local and London-based exhibitions and opportunities to take part in competitions or open art events.

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What will I learn?

You will study eight units across the year, undertaking projects in communication in art, drawing, painting, 2D design, graphic/digital design, sculpture, time-based art, artist research and exhibiting your work.

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, or equivalent.
A recent portfolio of work.

A successful interview.

Study, Assessment and Qualifications

You will mainly be assessed through practical coursework. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in interesting live briefs which are set by external companies and organisations.

If you are taking Functional Skills or GCSE re-sits as part of your programme, these will be assessed by exams.

This Level 2 Diploma in Art, Design and Media is accredited by UAL (University of the Arts London).

Additional Costs and Information

Resource Fee
You will need to pay your £25 non-refundable Resource Fee before coming to enrol. This can be done on the online shop Wiltshire College Online Shop You will need to bring a copy of your receipt to enrolment as proof of purchase. If you cannot pay online, please pay by card on enrolment day.

Stationery
All students are required to provide their own personal stationery to include pads, pens and pencils, poly pockets and folders ready for the start of term. Course tutors will advise of any specific requirements at the start of term.

Equipment
All students will need to pay a Creative materials fee of £125 through the Wiltshire college online shop Wiltshire College Online Shop in the first week of term.

This will cover costs for sketchbooks, an art pack, presentation events and study visits. It also provides a contribution towards art materials and media and will ensure you have access to the following consumables:

– Art studio: paints, brushes, charcoal, conte crayon, pencil, ink, papers, canvas.
– Print workshop: Specialist printing ink, assorted paper stocks.
– Photographic workshop: Photographic paper.
– 3D workshop: plaster, wood, metal, glass, plastic and acrylic.
– Fashion & Textiles: Basic fabrics, dyes, pattern paper and sewing thread.
– Vis Com Studio: Large format printer inks and paper.

A1 Black Portfolios and additional materials and sketchbooks are available to buy at cost price from the online shop.

We recommend that if your place is conditional in achieving exam results that you do not purchase items until your place is confirmed.

Books
Your course lecturer will advise of any textbooks that are recommended at the start of term. The college has a fully stocked Learning Resource Centre.

Trips
There are several Gallery and Exhibition trips planned throughout the year. All students will have the opportunity to attend. Your course lecturer will advise as any trips are arranged, and these will be payable on the college online shop which can be found on Wiltshire College Online Shop

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