Start Date
- September 2026, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
Students work towards the University of the Arts London (UAL) Level 1 Award in Art, Design and Media during one year of study.
If you want to build your confidence and develop your art skills in a supportive and nurturing environment, then this is the course for you.
You will need to have a willingness to explore different art forms, including drawing and painting using different mediums and sculpture. We spend a lot of time in the art rooms so this is a full-on course experimenting with many different methods and materials.
In addition to your main programme, you will develop your English and Maths; with the majority of students studying towards their Functional Skills English and maths.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Public art exhibitions
Our students get the opportunity to show off their talents to family, friends, the public and local employers at our public art exhibition at the end of each year
Exclusive facilities
Students have access to exclusive facilities in our state-of-the-art Creative Arts building including print/dye room, fashion and textiles studios, a photographic studio and dark room
University of the Arts London
All of our creative arts courses are awarded by the University of the Arts London
Entry Requirements
You will need a selection of GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, including English, maths and an art-related subject.
You will also be invited in for an interview and art journal review which forms a core part of the selection process.
How You Will Be Assessed
The UAL Level 1 Award in Art, Design and Media is coursework based. It is all practical and hands on, with written work directly linked to the art you are creating.
You will be assessed at either Pass or Fail against the following two Units:
Unit 1 Introduction to materials, processes and skills in art, design and media
Unit 2 Introduction to contextual research in art, design and media
Course Progression
Students who successfully complete the Level 1 Award will normally progress onto our Level 1 Diploma in Art & Design.
Where Your Course Can Take You
City College Norwich is a member of the University of the Arts London Progression Partnership to promote the recruitment of talented, creative students from high quality futher education institutions to UAL higher education degree level courses. The course team also work with local and national higher education providers such as NUA, Suffolk One, Bradford School of Art and Central St Martins to ensure that our students are ready and prepared for their next step. City College Norwich also has an outstanding Apprenticeship team who can provide advice and guidance for students wishing to follow an Apprenticeship route into the industry.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16 to 18 on 31st August before the start of your course, your tuition fees will be free. If you are aged 19 and over, please contact the Advice Shop for more information by email at information@ccn.ac.uk or by calling 01603 773773.
You will need to provide your own basic art equipment, with a list provided during induction. A basic laptop, Chrome Book or tablet would really help throughout this course. Students pay for enrichment trips and educational visits during the academic year. International trips are optional and are at additional cost payable by the student.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Public art exhibitions
Our students get the opportunity to show off their talents to family, friends, the public and local employers at our public art exhibition at the end of each year
Exclusive facilities
Students have access to exclusive facilities in our state-of-the-art Creative Arts building including print/dye room, fashion and textiles studios, a photographic studio and dark room
University of the Arts London
All of our creative arts courses are awarded by the University of the Arts London
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