South Thames College London

Course Details

Art and Design - Foundation Diploma (FAD) - Level 3

Course Description

Achieve a 90-credit diploma in your first year of study then top up to 180 credits on the extended diploma in the second year. The extended diploma gives you much more detail on the subject it's the same as three A-levels and is a great route into university. If you already have 90 credits from another college, you can choose to top up to the extended diploma with just one year of study. Introduction This course prepares you for art college and university-level courses in art and design. It's especially suitable if you're aged 18 or above or returning to education and have some relevant work experience. The course is project-based and lets you develop your portfolio so you have the best possible chance of getting on a university-level course. The course is challenging and intensive and you'll build on your skills as well as discover lots of new ideas, media and ways of learning. Independence is encouraged and support and guidance will be on hand to help you make the most appropriate choices for progression to art college and/or to study for a BA or foundation degree. You'll explore a broad range of disciplines in fine art (drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, fashion, surface design, 3D sculpture, spatial design, graphic design and illustration) with growing independence until your final project, when you'll choose what to specialise in. Most of the course is based on practical work, so you'll respond to simulated briefs and meet deadlines. Projects will be enriched through visits to galleries and exhibitions, and you'll develop your ability to respond in a thoughtful and creative way while meeting the needs of the brief. You'll also study art history and contextual studies projects where topics include:

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Progress on to the HNC in Graphic Design at South Thames College or on to a range of higher level courses at an art college or university.




Art and Design - Foundation Diploma (FAD) - Level 3 South Thames College London