Art and Design - Level 1 (UAL Diploma)

Our brand-new Level 1 study programme in Art and Design is the perfect introduction to creative arts if you're curious, eager and ready to bring your ideas to life! This course is all about gaining confidence and discovering what you're passionate about artistically.

This course gives you the chance to try out different areas of art and design so you can find what you enjoy most, and build confidence in your creative skills ready to progress further at CWA. You'll work on practical projects that introduce you to techniques, processes and ways of working that are used in the creative industry.

What will I do on this course?

• Explore different materials and techniques such as drawing, painting, printmaking, textiles and working with 2D and 3D media.
• Learn digital skills by experimenting with photography, animation and using design software.
• Work on creative projects from developing ideas to producing final outcomes.
• Record your progress in sketchbooks, portfolios or digital formats, showing how your ideas develop over the year and present a final piece at the CWA Art Exhibition at the end of the year!

Your tutor will assess you through the projects you complete throughout the year.

Whilst there are no general grade entry requirements for our level 1 programmes, you will be expected to show:

• A good attitude towards learning and a willingness
  to progress, including in English and Maths (if
  applicable)
• A keen interest in the subject and a commitment to
  working hard

We will invite you to attend an information session and applicant experience day (if you have been offered a place before May) before you start your course to help ensure that this is the best course for you.