HSDC Higher Education Prospectus 23/24

ART & DESIGN UAL Level 3 /4 Foundation Diploma Venue: Alton Campus or South Downs Campus Duration: 1 year (full time) Cost: £5,421 (free if under 19 years old)

Structure You will study a range of challenging and creative projects that enable you to: – Work in specialist areas from the start of the course – Explore new specialisms – Build a sophisticated and ambitious portfolio – Develop analytical and evaluative communication skills – Design for a better future: engage in sustainable and ethical design practice Experienced tutors will support and guide you across different pathways to use a range of art and design materials and approaches. You have the opportunity to specialise in fine art, photography, graphic design, fashion, textiles, 3D design, animation, illustration, film set design, costume, fashion promotion, drawing or photography digital skills. The course concludes with a Level 4 Final Major Project in which you choose and investigate a creative topic that fits in with your skills and progression ambitions, with a private view and public exhibition. Teaching & Learning You will take part in group discussions and analysis of your own work and that of others. Investigations into historical and contemporary artists and designers are integrated into practical project work. There will be opportunities to take part in day trips to visit exhibitions, as well as overseas locations. Previous destinations have included New York, Iceland, San Francisco and Beijing.

Awarding Institution: University of Arts London

Overview Our UAL Foundation Diploma in Art & Design is a practical, one-year full time course. It allows lots of freedom to develop personal style and creative direction. The course is recommended by many top universities prior to studying a degree within the creative industries. It is an invaluable bridge between A Level and Vocational courses and Higher Education. The Foundation Diploma enables you to explore a wide range of specialist areas such as fine art, illustration, graphic design, fashion and textiles, 3D design, fashion promotion, photography and animation. You will work toward building a portfolio, and the topics studied channel you into specialising in one area of art and design. Investigations into historical and contemporary artists, along with designers, are integrated into practical project work. You will take part in group discussions and analysis of your own work and are encouraged to participate in a variety of trips and exhibitions, either in the UK or overseas. Why Choose this Course? You will find this course exciting, fast-paced, challenging and rewarding. It is a chance to explore your own personal interests, before making a commitment to employment and Higher Education at university. You will gain the necessary skills that are required for success at a higher level that have not previously been explored within A Level or Vocational studies. If you are interested in a creative and commercial career in art and design, this is the course for you.

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