We have an impressive range of art and design courses, ranging from evening and part time workshops to full time university level qualifications, expert tutors teach the skills you need to succeed in a variety of exciting creative areas.
Art, design and graphics
Who are the art, design and graphics courses for?
The degree-level courses are designed for learners who already have a portfolio of work and have completed other art and design qualifications such as an access course or the level 3 art and design foundation, while our part-time courses require no prior experience – only an interest in the subject. We also offer a broad range of full-time courses at levels 1, 2, and 3 which are suitable for school leavers as well as adults. For adult learners wishing to join a course, you may be offered an interview and your previous experience can be taken into account if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements. Learners aged 16-19 will follow a study programme which will include GCSE or functional skills English and maths if you don’t already have your grade 4 (C).
Further Information
Work experience will form part of your full-time course. These courses are generally assessed on the work you do on an ongoing basis rather than via traditional exams. You may need to buy some special equipment for some courses, and higher level courses often require a portfolio of work which you will show the tutors at interview.

Sharmin Begum
BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Fashion
“I’ve always had an interest in fashion, when I first came to college I didn’t think fashion was an option, so I picked it in my second year. I went in for an interview and the staff were really friendly and welcoming, they went through all the modules and course structure and I realised this is what I want to do.
Read MoreFine Art Higher National Diploma level 4 – C8088
Course Code: C8088
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Start Date 23 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Full Time
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Duration 1 year
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Campus St Margaret's Campus
A practical course designed to build your knowledge and develop your creative potential and in the arts. This course will prepare you for a successful career as a visual artist. The combination of subjects will allow you to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to work in areas of art and design practice.
Graphic Design and Emedia Foundation Degree – C3192
Course Code: C3192
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Start Date 24 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Full Time
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Duration 2 years
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Campus St Margaret's Campus
Get creative and advance your graphic design and media knowledge this foundation course delivered in partnership with DMU. Our course is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to begin your professional portfolio. Through both traditional and modern techniques, you'll be able to showcase your varied skills set to potential employers.
BA (Hons) Professional Studies (Creative Industries) – C0748
Course Code: C0748
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Start Date 26 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Part Time
7 hours per week
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Duration 2 years
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Campus St Margaret's Campus
Challenge your creativity and further your higher education into a full degree with this course. Giving you innovative freedom, you'll have the opportunity to take modules and showcase your skills and knowledge into this course. With industry-experienced lecturers, access to outstanding facilities and low course fees we are the next step in your education.
BA (Hons) Professional Studies (Creative Industries) – C0749
Course Code: C0749
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Start Date 26 Sep 2024
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Study Hours Full Time
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Duration 1 year
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Campus St Margaret's Campus
Our modern approach to the creative industries gives you the freedom to complete a degree in modules which will support your career prospects. Validated by De Montfort University, this course will enable you to develop professional work-ready skills through a variety of assessed projects in your chosen creative industry.