Art and Design Level 3 Diploma [Y1]

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

This extended Diploma in Creative Practice, Art and Design recognises the importance of the creative industries as careers and creative opportunities for young people in 21st century creative practice. With 3 distinctive pathways in: Graphic Design and Illustration, Fashion and Textiles and 3D Design Craft, you will have the opportunity to study at a specialist level for 2 years, and develop an industry level portfolio of work to support your progression to university or the workplace. After a broad exciting introductory diagnostic period in the first term of year 1 (if undecided) you will discover which areas of art and design best suit your skills and abilities. You then can examine your chosen subject through the dedicated pathways of study: Graphic Design and Illustration: Graphic image making, branding, typography, narrative image making, graphic novel design, animation etc. Fashion and Textiles: textiles print for fashion and interior, fashion design and construction, fashion illustration and marketing, costume design etc. 3D Design Craft: Product and furniture design, Interior and spatial design, architecture, jewellery, ceramics, contemporary crafts etc. In all areas you will be taught by specialists with industry experience in amazing, purpose-built studios and workshops to help you realise your full creative potential. Check us out on Instagram EscArtandDesignEbo

This extended Diploma in Creative Practice, Art and Design recognises the importance of the creative industries as careers and creative opportunities for young people in 21st century creative practice. With 3 distinctive pathways in: Graphic Design and Illustration, Fashion and Textiles and 3D Design Craft, you will have the opportunity to study at a specialist level for 2 years, and develop an industry level portfolio of work to support your progression to university or the workplace. After a broad exciting introductory diagnostic period in the first term of year 1 (if undecided) you will discover which areas of art and design best suit your skills and abilities. You then can examine your chosen subject through the dedicated pathways of study: Graphic Design and Illustration: Graphic image making, branding, typography, narrative image making, graphic novel design, animation etc. Fashion and Textiles: textiles print for fashion and interior, fashion design and construction, fashion illustration and marketing, costume design etc. 3D Design Craft: Product and furniture design, Interior and spatial design, architecture, jewellery, ceramics, contemporary crafts etc. In all areas you will be taught by specialists with industry experience in amazing, purpose-built studios and workshops to help you realise your full creative potential. Check us out on Instagram EscArtandDesignEbo

Assessment is regular and ongoing. It is entirely based on coursework (there is no exam with UAL), and so you need to be well organised and good at meeting deadlines. You should also enjoy working independently.

Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English Language or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.

Most students progress to undergraduate study, and our students go to some of the best university courses in the country. Some progress to apprenticeships, and some, to employment and internships.