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Foundation of Art, Design and Media Practice
- Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
- 0.83 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A one-year Pearson BTEC foundation diploma that prepares students for degree-level study in art, Design and media.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Art
- Design and Media Practice. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.
Career outcomes
- Administrative Assistant
- Customer Service Representative
- Program Assistant
- Retail Associate
- Entry-Level Office Assistant
Curriculum
- Three-stage course (September to June): exploratory skills and experimentation
- Specialist pathway study
- And a final major project with exhibition. It covers practical experimentation
- Creative processes
- Specialist pathways
- And university application and portfolio development.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Level 3 entry; Applicants submit a digital portfolio and are encouraged to attend an open day.
Accepted academic background
Applicants wanting to progress to art and design degrees; Apply direct (art foundation courses are not on UCAS)
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0
- PTE Academic 43
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Foundation of Art
- Design and Media Practice. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kingston University London. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,200 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £5,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Penrhyn Road |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Kingston School of Art |
| Department | Animation, Film and Photography |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 50 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Kingston University offers international scholarships and fee awards for eligible students. Eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by scheme. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 Jul 2027
260 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.83 years.
The next deadline is 31 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £18,200 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £5,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,946 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.0, PTE Academic 43. A portfolio is required.