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Art and Design Level 2

Art and Design Level 2 | UAL Diploma
The Level 2 UAL Diploma in Art and Design provides an introductory experience that will help you to develop practical and research skills, improve confidence and learn about progression opportunities in art and design.

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Art and Design Level 2
Qualification: UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design
LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
DurationOne year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2025
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £2,197
What Will I Learn?

Your studies will provide you with a basic introduction to drawing, painting, sculpture and various approaches to design. With access to art and design workshops and studios, you will learn through experimentation using a broad range of 2D and 3D processes. Projects will help you to gain a contextual understanding of art and design and support you to make and articulate personal connections and interpretations. You will have the opportunity to improve your communication and presentation skills by taking part in group activities and student exhibitions.

The course will enable you to make informed choices with regard to pursuing a career in the Creative Arts sector. Alongside your main programme, you will also engage in activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills to enhance your progression to the next level of education or into employment.

Course Content

Art and Design Level 2 Diploma – Course Content

  • Materials, Processes and Technical Skills
  • Contextual Research
  • Drawing Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Solving 2D, 3D and time-based Creative Problems
  • Developing and Producing a Personal Project
Entry Requirements
  • 4 GCSEs (9-3), including English and Maths or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent and an Art and Design subject, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 1 qualification
  • An interview with a portfolio of artwork
Course Progression

Upon successful completion of the Level 2 Diploma course, you will be eligible to progress on to courses such as; Art and Design UAL Diploma Level 3, Graphic Design and Branding UAL Extended Diploma Level 3, UAL Extended Diploma in Photography Level 3, Interactive Media and Games Level 3, or the UAL Extended Diploma in Fashion and Textiles Level 3.

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2025 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

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Disclaimer

All fees, prices and funding information shown on this page are for courses starting in the 2024-25 academic year unless stated otherwise, and are correct at the time of entering/printing information, however these may be subject to change due to factors outside of our control. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Courses fees are generally not confirmed for September until June / July due to the above factors.

The course information describes programmes offered by Colchester Institute. The College takes all reasonable steps to provide courses as described, but cannot guarantee provision. The information is for guidance and does not form any part of a contract.

The College reserves the right to update and amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will do its best to provide the courses shown, but may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on customer demand and other factors.

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