Course code: PFWV116P
Subject area: Art & Design
Study level: School Leaver
Course level: 3
Course time:
09:00 - 17:00
Days of week:
Monday to Friday
Course date:
9th Sept 2024 - 31st Jul 2025
Course location:
Witney CampusTesting your creativity through challenging and engaging projects, you will be encouraged to consider the importance and application of ethical and sustainable design principles, as well as developing a contextual knowledge and understanding of creative practice in industry.
This programme of study is ideal for students who want to explore and experiment with a range of different specialist practices within the creative industries (Year One) and then specialise in Photography (Year Two).
On successful completion of this programme of study you will have gained the necessary industry relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to access appropriate entry level roles, training programmes or apprenticeships in the creative sector, or apply for progression to higher education courses.
Alongside your Diploma, as part of your Futures Study Programme you will:
Develop your maths and English skills at the right level for you.
Complete 5 days of work experience to help you grow your employability skills.
Experience fun enrichment opportunities, including workshops, trips and visits.
Develop your personal and professional skills and attributes with guidance and support.
Unit 1: The Creative Process
Unit 2: Developing Creative Practice
Unit 3: Responding to a Set Brief
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication (2 Years)
Units 1, 2, 3 and:
Unit 4: Researching a Specialist Industry Practice
Unit 5: Specialist Technical Skills Development
Unit 6: Specialist Creative Outcome
The UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication is equivalent in size to 3 A levels and is typically delivered over two-years of full-time study. The qualification is comprised of the Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication and an additional year of study.
Students completing this qualification progress into:
Higher Education
This UAL qualification carries UCAS tariff points and is well recognised by higher education. Students progress to the UK’s top universities including Central St Martins, Brighton and Bath Spa.
Employment or training
The qualification will support students to develop a portfolio of work enabling them to make applications to appropriate entry level roles, training programmes, apprenticeships or self- employment.
Further education and vocational courses
This qualification will support students to progress to a range of further education and vocational courses, such as UAL Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design.
(Total £80 payable at enrolment. You may be eligible for a bursary for up to 75% of this amount)
Day trips - approx. £40 (paid separately on request)
If you will be 19+ at the start of the academic year you may be eligible to pay tuition fees. Please enquire for further guidance.
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.
16-18 Fee:
Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £0.00
19+ Fee:
Tuition Fee: £3,345.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Total Cost: £3,345.00
UCAS Points: Pass = 36, Merit = 60, Distinction = 84
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication
UCAS Points: Pass = 72, Merit = 120, Distinction = 168
GCSE retakes or Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English are assessed through external examinations.
1 Develop the knowledge, skills and attributes associated with the creative process and creative practice
2 Gain confidence, knowledge and understanding of 2D, 3D and 4D materials, methods, techniques and processes
3 Generate ideas, solve problems and produce creative outcomes that explore and communicate clear and individualised intentions and purpose
4 Effectively use a reflective practice to take responsibility for their own learning, development, decision making and progression
5 Take responsibility for the research, planning, time and actions required to access vocational and educational progression opportunities
6 Professionally present themselves and their work
The objectives of the two-year Extended Diploma are to enable students to:
1 Develop the knowledge, skills and attributes associated with the creative process and creative practice
2 Gain confidence, knowledge and understanding of 2D, 3D and 4D materials, methods, techniques and processes
3 Gain confidence, knowledge and understanding of a specialist practice and the materials and processes associated to it
4 Generate ideas, solve problems and produce creative outcomes that explore and communicate clear and individualised intentions and purpose
5 Effectively use a reflective practice to take responsibility for their own learning, development, decision making and progression
6 Take responsibility for the research, planning, time and actions required to access vocational and educational progression opportunities
7 Professionally present themselves and their work
8 Gather a thorough and in-depth knowledge of the creative industries and their aspirational career path within it