Key Facts

  • Starting
    9 Sep 2024
    Location
    Kingston - Creative Industries Centre
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Start Date
    Sep 2024
    Level
    Level 3
    Code
    KIA3001CF

    Fees

    Fees
    £ 0 - 10,080

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Access to Higher Education Diploma - Art & Design

Access to Higher Education Diploma - Art & Design

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The Access to HE Diploma - Art & Design is designed for adults age 19+ who are aiming to progress onto undergraduate and higher diploma courses. Day time study is approximately 10 hours delivered over two to three days a week, although this is subject to change each year. It is strongly advisable, but not essential, to have GCSEs in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above before undertaking an Access Diploma. If you do not have these qualifications, we aim to give you the opportunity to study them at Kingston College alongside the Access course.

Please note that it is the responsibility of the student to ensure their current and future qualifications comply with the entry requirements of any university to which they intend to progress.

  • Entry Requirements


    We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

    You will provide a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.

    It is advisable to have GCSEs in English and mathematics at grade C/4 or above before undertaking an Access Diploma. If you do not have these qualifications, you may be given the opportunity to study these subjects at Kingston College alongside the Access course. Applicants are recommended to have good level of English language levels and may be required to take initial testing to ensure they have the levels needed to complete all areas of the curriculum.

    We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

  • Course Content


    The Access to Higher Education Diploma - Art and Design will introduce learners to the breadth of disciplines across art, design and craft areas, through both theoretical and practical workshops that will enable learners to assemble an effective and personal portfolio to support applications and progression to higher education courses in a wide range of art and design subjects. Specialist workshops include fine art, printmaking, 3D design, graphics and textiles as well as contextual modules looking at art and design from 1900 through to present day.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Learners will be able to progress onto a wide range of art and design Higher Education courses including those offered at Kingston College including the Foundation Degree (FdA) and BA (Hons) Art & Design, BA (Hons) Digital Arts, Foundation Degree (FdA) Fashion & Textiles.

  • Additional Information


    Tuition Fees: All fees quoted are likely to rise each year in line with inflation - please contact us for the latest fees advice.

    24+ Advanced Learning Loans: If you are aged 24 or over you may qualify for a student loan that will pay for your tuition fees. This loan will not need to be repaid if you progress onto Higher Education and complete an eligible higher education qualification. Prices quoted may be subject to change. Please contact us for the latest fees information.

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    This course is taught at Kingston College so is ideal for those based in South West London and Surrey.