UAL Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design
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Designed for creative minds, this course gives you the chance to explore a wide range of materials, techniques, and processes while building the practical skills needed to bring ideas to life in art and design.
Is this course right for me?
This course is ideal if you have an interest in art and design and want to explore a range of creative materials, techniques and processes while developing essential practical and technical skills.
Through engaging assignments based on realistic workplace scenarios, you will gain an insight into industry expectations and explore different vocational areas, including art practice, 2D and 3D design. Experiment with a variety of materials and techniques through drawing, painting and sculpture; developing your creative confidence, exploring ideas and learning how to communicate them effectively through visual language.
What are the entry requirements?
- Four GCSEs at grade D or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include:
- English Language & Literature/Cymraeg Language & Literature
- OR Mathematics & Numeracy
- A portfolio/examples of work will be required for this course
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to attending a course meeting or informal interview
If you completed your GCSEs before summer 2027, please contact Admissions to discuss entry requirements.
Current student - what are the entry requirements?
- Successful completion of relevant Level 1 programme with a merit grade or above in addition to a successful decision from progression board meeting
- GCSE English Language/First Language Welsh at grade D or above
- Or evidence of improvement from internal GCSE/s
What will I learn?
You will:
- Work creatively with a wide range of 2D and 3D media and improve drawing skills
- Make 3D objects such as sculptures and ceramics
- Explore the potential of modern technology
- Use directed study to support assignment activity
- Work confidently in a group and independently
- Have practical demonstrations and discussions and use specialist materials and equipment
- Use notes, handouts and ICT
Units studied include:
- 1 – Materials, processes and technical skills in art and design
- 2 – Contextual research in art and design
- 3 – Drawing skills
- 4 – Communication skills in art and design
- 5 – Solving 2D Creative problems
- 6 – Solving 3D creative problems
- 7 – Solving time-based creative problems
- 8 – Developing and producing a personal project in art and design
Units 1-7 are delivered through a series of assignments and each unit must be attained prior to starting unit 8. The assignment for Unit 8 will decide the final grade awarded (Pass, Merit, Distinction).
Will I need to study additional English & Maths skills?
You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:
- the course you are taking at College
- what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
Below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College.
Work-based, progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty – you will study Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications.
Jobs Growth Wales (JGW+) programme – will be timetabled into literacy and numeracy sessions. To discuss the opportunity of attending a GCSE resit programme, in addition to their JGW+ timetable, please contact skills@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
Life Skills Academy programmes – you will have opportunities to upskill in English and Maths through Wales Essential Skills Toolkit (WEST) / Century or attending Essential Skills classes.
All other courses and those who have progressed through the internal progression route:
Upskilling Destination Programme – an hour and half session a week developing essential research skills, critical thinking, and academic writing techniques, supporting literacy, numeracy, digital literacy and employability skills
A one year GCSE Resit Programme in GCSE Mathematics Intermediate Tier (Welsh or English medium) / GCSE English Language
A one or two year pre-GCSE upskilling course in required subject/s – The priority of this programme (Foundation Maths for Mathematics pathway) is to build fundamental skill and knowledge, to prepare learners for progression onto the one-year, intermediate tier resit programme.
A one year pre-GCSE upskilling course in mathematics – The priority of this programme is to build fundamental skill and knowledge, to prepare learners for progression to the Foundation Maths programme.
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Portfolio of evidence
- Completion of a final major project
What can I do next?
Following successful completion of this Level 2 course, you can progress to Level 3 Art and Design.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Art materials - you will be told about any specific items during or before you start the course
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Are there any additional costs?
- No tuition fee
- You will need to pay a £70 art workshop fee each year before you start the course
- You can rent a locker for £10 per year this will be refunded if the locker remains undamaged and keys are returned
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
