ART & DESIGN: UAL LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE PRACTICE

<p>This course is designed for people who want to work in the creative industry. It will provide you with a wide range of skills and experiences, so you may decide to progress straight into the workplace or go onto university when you complete the course.<br /><br />We are proud to offer our Extended Diploma students who achieve a pass or higher and meet our entry criteria <strong>a guaranteed place </strong>on a three or four-year degree when progressing directly to an undergraduate course at Arts University Plymouth.</p>

<p dir="ltr">You will take ownership of your own creative ideas and work as part of a crew to bring them to life. If you enjoy practical work and being creative, this course is for you.<br /></p> <p dir="ltr">The course has no exam. You are assessed on your artwork, a personal online portfolio/website and the skills and knowledge involved in creating artwork. You will learn and use communication and teamwork, creative problem solving and technical equipment skills.<br /></p> <p dir="ltr">You will be given opportunities to engage with employers and complete work experience as part of your course - giving you real world experiences and skills to take onto higher education, industry employment or freelance work.<br /></p>

<ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Practical workshops in Printmaking, Drawing, Wood, Metal, and Ceramics to build a diverse skill set and industry knowledge</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Industry-led workshops offering experiences with traditional and contemporary materials, techniques, and processes</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Development of a portfolio showcasing creative potential</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Supportive contextual studies, debates, and seminars to deepen understanding and push creative thinking</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Participation in the Annual Summer Show for showcasing achievements to press, industry, and the public</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Development of individual voice in a contemporary and exciting art-based environment</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Access to the broadest range of technical facilities in the region at the dedicated Pre-Degree campus</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Collaboration opportunities with students from other creative pathways</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Focus on building professional employability skills, including presentation, written and communication skills, and portfolio development</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Preparation for progression into Higher Education or employment in the chosen field</p></li></ul>

<ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Successful completion results in a Level 3 Extended Diploma, equivalent to three A-levels or a maximum of 168 UCAS points</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Pathway to various degree-level programs at Arts University Plymouth, including Fine Art, Illustration, Painting Drawing and Printmaking, Ceramics and Craft, Animation &amp; Games, and Interior Design</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Guaranteed placement on a BA (Hons) program for Extended Diploma students achieving a pass or higher in their final assessment and meeting additional entry criteria</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Potential future careers include filmmaker, director, producer, animator, scriptwriter, production designer, editor, or concept artist</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Potential future careers include fine artist, interior designer, illustrator, theatre designer, architect, product designer, prop maker, or teacher</p></li></ul>

<p>The full title of this award qualification is UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication. University of the Arts London (UAL) Awarding Body supports innovative approaches to programme design and specialist delivery models within broader contexts. Therefore Pre-Degree students at Arts University Plymouth are offered the opportunity to pick from five creative pathways including; Art &amp; Design, Fashion &amp; Textiles, Film, Animation &amp; Media Production, Graphics, Illustration &amp; Game Arts, and Photography.</p>