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Diploma of Art and Design Practice
Cheshire College - South & West
- Chester, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Level 3 course with Art, Graphics and Photography pathways, the first year of a two-year programme.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Art and Design Practice. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.
Career outcomes
- Employment in the creative industries
- higher education course at the college
- university interview portfolio preparation
Curriculum
- First year of a 2-year programme with Art
- Graphics (Crewe only) or Photography pathways. Year 1: studio and workshop project
- urban project
- then a Final Major Project with public exhibition. Year 2: production project and a second Final Major Project. Includes gallery visits
- workshops and residentials.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Typically 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
- Including a grade 4/3 combination in English and maths (course-specific requirements on the course page)
- Age 16 by 1 August of entry year
- Online interview
- UKVI-approved English test. This course: Typically five GCSEs at grade 4 or above
- Including a grade 4/3 combination in English and maths.
Accepted academic background
GCSEs (or international equivalent), 16 by 1 August 2027
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
How to apply
- Select an eligible program and request the international tuition details. Complete the international application form. Submit the academic and identity documents requested by admissions. Attend the online interview and provide an approved English qualification if required. Accept the offer and complete visa sponsorship steps if eligible.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £12,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £80 GBP |
| Deposit | £10,539 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Chester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Visual Arts |
| Department | Visual Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 240 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jul 2027
243 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £12,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £80 GBP. The deposit is £10,539 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5. An interview is required.