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FOUNDATION DIPLOMAIN ART & DESIGNACCREDITED BY UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON AWARDING BODY
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FOUNDATION DIPLOMA
This course is fundamental if you want to progress to university to study Art & Design at Degree level. If you have completed high school, the Foundation Diploma will give you the opportunity to study a wide range of Art & Design disciplines.
IN ART & DESIGNACCREDITED BY UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON AWARDING BODY
Age 17 years +
Educational Level Completed Senior High School with A levels or equivalent
English Level IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0)
Portfolio Personal and school, finished and prepared
Start September
1ST TERM...
After a week of sampling all optional subjects, you will pick three of these subjects to study over a rotational
period. You will also consider which university you wish to apply to and you are supported and advised
by lecturers whilst making your university UCAS applications. At the end of this term you will have an
introduction to your chosen specialist area.
2ND TERM...
You will be set a number of projects which you will work on in your specialist area. During this time you will also develop your portfolio, ready for university
interviews.
3RD TERM...
This term is all about your final major project. As part of this you will also complete a journal which is a reflection and evaluation of your work. At the end of term, we will celebrate your achievements by holding an exhibition of student
work, publishing a graphics magazine or staging a fashion show.
Course length 3 terms
Contact Time Up to 25 hours per week
English Language Up to 5 hours per week if required
Progression Art & Design Degree
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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SPECIALISMBREAKDOWN
FASHION DESIGN
Key to Foundation is idea development through research and knowledge of fashion in context. Critical thinking is encouraged
so you can assess what is good and bad in order for further progression. You will learn how to take your ideas from sketch to catwalk, and how to learn the physical making of a garment, from choosing the correct material to pinning and draping materials on
a dummy and sewing the final pattern.
Example skills learned | Fashion Illustration, Customisation,Translating Designs From 2D Drawings to 3D Garments, Garment
Making, Research and Sketch Book Development
Preparation for | Fashion Design, Fashion Styling and Production, Fashion Design & Development, Creative Direction for Fashion, Fashion Retail Management, Footwear Design, Textile Design,
Fashion Marketing Fashion Promotion and Imaging, Fashion: Media and Marketing, Cordwrainers - Footwear, Product Design and
Development.
FASHION PROMOTION
This combines of all the creative elements of the fashion industrywithout creating garments; it’s the styling, marketing and
promotion. You are not only exposed to the graphic design components of fashion, such as the design of a fashion label or
fashion magazine page layout, but you will also learn the business fundamentals of selling a fashion product. A passion for the
industry and an eye for creativity are must-haves if you are to excel in the world of fashion promotion.
Example skills learned | Fashion Marketing, Trend Reporting and Prediction, Portfolio Development
Preparation for | Fashion Styling and Production, Creative Direction for Fashion, Fashion Styling, Fashion Retail Management,
Fashion Promotion, Fashion Journalism
FINE ART
Fine Art is based around ideas and concepts behind the subject. It asks questions, evokes emotion and tells a story. Foundation level focuses on
experimental creativity where you will create works of interestusing taught skills tailored around idea development and realisation.
From Conceptual Art to Contemporary Fine Art, you are taught how to present your finished pieces using a mixed range of media.
Example skills learned | Painting & Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking,Fine Art Film
Preparation for | Fine Art Degree
GRAPHICS & ILLUSTRATION
Graphic Design is a highly creative methodology of organisingtypography and images for reproduction both on and offline. There are
numerous sub cultures within graphic design, which lead to specialist careers such as game design, so you are taught the fundamentals which
facilitate transition into these areas. Professional GraphicDesigners adapt to designing for web, mobile, TV and the more
traditional publishing routes.
Example Graphics skills learned | Page Design, Photography,Advertising & Promotion
Illustration is about creating an image, not just drawing it, using a range of techniques such as print making, photography and digital
manipulation. Image creation is required for TV and web reproduction and, with skills in illustration, you can find careers in animation.
Example Illustration skills learned | 3D Illustration, ColourTechnique, Drawing & Mark Making
Preparation for | Graphic Communication Design, IllustrationAnimation, Graphic and Media Design, Communication Design, 3D
Game Design, Media Communications, Web Design, Children’s Book Illustration
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STUDENTS ARE SUPPLIED
WITH NON-PRECIOUS
METALS (E.G. COPPER) AND
ALL CERAMIC PROVISIONS
INCLUDING CLAY, CASTING
MATERIALS & PLYWOOD
THEATRE ARTS
Using a variety of techniques, you will learn how to create functional stage environments and make-up looks whilst ensuring that costumes are f it for purpose and enhance the
actors’ performance.
SET DESIGN
Using a variety of techniques involving lighting and colour play, learn how to create innovative stage environments that match the functional requirements of a performance or play.
Example skills learned | Making & Modelling Props, Properties Of Space, Design For Performance, Story/Play Analysis
COSTUME
The key to good Costume Design is ensuring it’s f it for purpose - this requires anappreciation of the acting involved. You will create designs that balance comfort with
functionality whilst ensuring the end result enhances a performance.
Example skills learned | Costume Research & Illustration, Production, Sketchbook Development
MAKE UP
You will learn techniques to create glamorous looks through to the other spectrum ofspecial effect make-up.
Example skills learned | Techniques: Ageing, Scarring, Cuts, Body Painting, Creation and Use Of Prosthetics, Contemporary, Historical and Classical Make-up
Preparation for | Theatre Performance and Event Design, Theatre and Screen: Costume Interpretation, Makeup and Hair Design, Theatre Studies, Make-up & Prosthetics, Character
Creation & Technical Effects
APPLIED CRAFT
Applied Craft is concerned with the creation of handmade, one-off objects in a variety of materials including metal, wood, plastic, ceramic and glass. You will be introduced to a range
of techniques and design restraints so you can select the correct materials for the design purpose. Idea development is key because you can choose to specialise with a material or
continue to do general Applied Craft at university.
Example skills learned | Glass: Fusing, Slumping & Lost Wax Mould Making Ceramics: Glazing, Slip Casting & Resin Casting. Metal Craft: Jewellery Making, Soldering & Texturing
Preparation for | Jewellery and Silversmithing, Contemporary Crafts, Fashion Jewellery, Ceramics, 3D Design, Design Crafts
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MOVING IMAGE
You will be introduced to the world of digital short film production and 3D animation. Many use this as a
stepping-stone towards advertising, feature films, TV orcameramen and even directorship. Group work is the
predominant teaching format due to the collaborative nature of project work but for your final project, you will work
independently.
Example skills learned | Pixilation, Green Screen, SFX UsingAdobe After Effects, Motion Tracking, Drawn Animation and Stop
Motion, Video Editing and DV Authoring, Rotoscoping
Preparation for | Media and Communications, Animation,Graphic Design, Film Practice, Visual Effects, 3D Game Design,
Computer Visualisation and Animation, Film and TelevisionProduction, Digital Film Production, Interactive Media Design
PHOTOGRAPHY
Using simple teaching techniques, you will be introduced to allelements of photography, from concept through to art direction,
digital photography and print media. Our teachers specialise in different areas of photography e.g. fashion, f ine art, photo
journalism, so you are able to develop your preferred area of photography with the help of experts in the field.
Example skills learned | Exposure & Shutter Speed,Perspective & Depth Of Field, Alternative Processes, WetProcessing and Printing, Digital Imagery and Manipulation,
Elements of Composition
Preparation for | Photography, Advertising Photography, Fine Art Photography, Photo Journalism, Fashion Photography, Digital
Photography, Documentary Photography
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INTERIOR DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE
SPATIAL DESIGN
Spatial Design is the practise of creating and managing space. You will learn how to be set a problem, research it, push the idea through development and create a computer model. Interior design and architecture have similar design
concepts so they share the same project brief, which not only encourages creativity but gives you the opportunity to experiment before deciding which
area to specialise in for your final year project.
Example skills learned | Site Surveying, Plan and Elevation Drawing To Scale, Casting and Model Making, Research, Presentation and Portfolio Preparation
Preparation for | Spatial Design, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Interior Design Environment Architectures, Landscape Design, Architecture
PRODUCT DESIGN
Product Design is about the reproduction and manufacturing of aproduct. You are required to find the balance between functionality and style via an intensive design and redesign process. Our teaching encourages idea development and a critical approach, so scoping out
project requirements becomes habitual.
Example skills learned | CAD (computer aided design) Concept Generation, Prototype Making
Preparation for | Product Design, Furniture Design, Design forIndustry, Automotive Design, Transport Design, 3D Design
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
VISUAL STUDIESThis all-encompassing subject ensures you have a solid
understanding of drawing-based theory including mark making, colour theory and perspective theory that takes into account
how work is reproduced.
LIFE DRAWINGThis is a highly influential toolkit for graphic designers,
illustrators and fashion designers alike, because the human body forms the basis of everything we do and feel. You will
learn about the human form, the model, cultures and shapes to better your craft.
CONTEXTUAL STUDIESTwo basic areas are covered; the history of art and design and the teachings of the contemporary world. You will be
encouraged to question the context of your projects so you appreciate how the work has evolved and what will happen to
it next.
ENGLISH TRAININGThrough a variety of teaching styles, we focus on four key skills
you need to pass your IELTS exam; listening, reading, writing and spoken English. This subject is linked with your Contextual Studies lectures so you are better equipped with vocabulary to
explain your workings and promote your final pieces.
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• 5 days a week teaching, more than anyone else
• Small class sizes, no more than 15 students to 1 teacher
• One-on-one support in class
• Personalised portfolio assistance and advice
• Your own dedicated workspace
• Access to your own iMac
• Your own mannequin
• Lecturers based in your studio all day every day
• Studio access 7 days a week
• Guaranteed participation in an end-of-year show
• Dedicated university officer, to help with your university applications and careers advice
• Outstanding teachers who are working artists, still exhibiting, bringing industry links and real insight to the world of work
• A dynamic and global community bringing opportunities, international contacts and friendships.
• English support to help with essay and dissertation writing
• Free printing up to A3 colour (average cost at other institutions £1 per A3 colour sheet)
WE PROVIDE
CRAFT: Metal, glass, clay, other materials such as plaster, alginate, glazes and wire. Subject specialist tools such as hammers
files, pliers, saws and cutting tools. Machinery such as drills, electric saws and sanders. Blow torches and kilns.
PRODUCT & SPATIAL DESIGN: Tracing paper and materials to build your models, such
as foam board, card, PVA glue, balsa wood, metal sheets, etc.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Black & white film/photographic paper; processing
chemicals, specialist paper such as acetate during rotation, unlimited laser copies. In specialism: ink jet ink & ink jet
paper up to 10 sheets A4 for final pieces.
FASHION: Pattern cutting paper and card, all calico, mannequin,
sewing materials eg threads.
THEATRE ARTS:Card, wooden spatulas, lolly pop sticks, wire, coloured
acetate on a roll, foil, perforated card, glue, paints (acrylic/oil/watercolour), glitter glue, coloured tissue paper, pasta, pliable air setting dough, tracing paper,
pattern cutting paper, buckram, sewing notions (cottons, buttons, wool/yarn), paper glue, glue gun and glue sticks,
coloured card, pins and needles, silicone prosthetic materials and chemicals, alginate, clay, bandages, plaster,
mudrock, 2 x boxes of various make-up (foundation, mascara, lipstick, eyeshadow, blusher, eye liner, nail
varnish, powder), make-up remover pads, moisturiser, talcum powder, cotton wool, toner, eyelashes and notions.
Wigs and hairpieces, SFX makeup - wax, silicone, fake blood, bruise wheels, wire mesh. Calico and scrap fabric.
MATERIALS INCLUDED
FINE ART: Clay, plaster, wood, acrylic and oil paints, wire,
canvas, stretcher frames, alginate for casting, range of materials for installations (paint, plastic sheeting
etc), wire, stockinette, hessian scrim, all laser printing, tapes, all drawing and mounting papers, pastels,
crayons, inks, tin foil, acrylic sheets for making and printing drypoints, sheet metals and aluminium etc.
GRAPHICS & ILLUSTRATION:Oils, watercolour, acrylic, gouache, acrylic ink, indian ink, Quink ink, oil bars, studio markers, water based
markers, brush pens, f ine liners, dip pens, bamboo dip pens, screen printing, mono printing, lino printing,
carbon printing press printing, digital printing,gocco printing. Each student gets an iMac and a wide
range of paper stock and card.
MOVING IMAGE: Plasticine as well as professionally printed posters
for your final pieces. Most other things are handled through software. You also have full use of: Sony HDV
cameras, DSLR camera, SLR rig, tripods, drawing tablets, lightboxes.
FASHION PROMOTION: You will have access to a materials cupboard and
the majority of paints, inks, tracing paper, PVA glue, pastels, watercolour paper are provided for. You also have access to your own iMac and the photography
studios where backdrops, lights and cameras are provided.
We also provide the basic materials for your studies which may include some or all of the following:
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The catered accommodation fees include breakfast, lunch and an evening meal on weekdays and brunch and supper at the weekend during term time. Day students or self-catered students will need to purchase meals required. College policy is such that all under 18s are catered.
Catered Early Bird Discount#
Discounted Advance Price #
3 Terms Termly Semesterly
Halls of residence, catered £12,655 £13,055 £13,320 £4,440 £6,660
Homestay, catered £8,810 £9,085 £9,270 £3,090 £4,635
Self Catered Early Bird Discount#
Discounted Advance Price #
3 Terms Termly Semesterly
Halls of residence, self-catered £10,350 £10,675 £10,890 £3,630 £5,445
Additional Fees
Registration Fee £200
Refundable Deposit £2,300
Weekly Fees During Vacation:Catered - Under 18 years old £670
Catered - Over 18 years old £400
Self-catered - Over 18 years old £300
Additional Fees
• Coursebooks, some materials and examination fees (as applicable)• Optional social activities (as applicable)
Storing Belongings During Vacations
No charge until Term 3 or Semester 2 finishes. Students who wish to store their belongings over the Summer will incur a storage fee. Prices from £110 (for 12 wks) but students must confirm with the College after arrival.
Please note:Christmas vacation – CSVPA and all accommodation will be completely closed during this time. All students are required to return home or stay with approved family or guardians.
Easter/Summer Vacation – students may choose to stay in college accommodation during this time. However, an additional weekly fee will be charged and stays must be arranged one term in advance (in the first term students must notify the college within 2 weeks of arrival). Students may be required to move to alternative accommodation at this time.
WINTER TERMMonday 5th September 2016 to Friday 16th December 2016
Half Term: Saturday 22nd October 2016 to Sunday 30th October 2017Christmas Vacation: Saturday 17th December 2016 to Tuesday 3rd January 2017
SPRING TERMWednesday 4th January 2017 to Wednesday 5th April 2017
Half Term: Saturday 11th February 2017 to Sunday 19th February 2017Easter Vacation: Thursday 6th April 2017to Wednesday 19th April 2017
SUMMER TERMThursday 20th April 2017 to Wednesday 28th June 2017
TERM DATES 2016–17 ACCOMMODATION FEES 2016–17
TUITION FEES 2016–17
HOME/EU TUITION FEES 2016 TO 2017
INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES 2016 TO 2017
* A 2% advance payment discount is given on programmes of 2 terms or more if payment for tuition and accommodation fees is made in full at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the course. For September 2015 start courses advance fees must be paid by Friday 21 August 2015, and for January 2016 start courses advance fees must be paid by Friday 18 December 2015.
All programmes are subject to a £200 registration fee and a refundable deposit payment of £2,300 (refundable after the completion of your course)
Airport TransfersAll unaccompanied students under 16 will incur an additional £50 fee
Heathrow £190
Gatwick £220
Stansted £110
Other London £190
Discounted Advance Price* 2 Semesterly Payments Per Semester
Art & Design Foundation Diploma £29,165 £29,760 £9,920
Discounted Advance Price* 2 Semesterly Payments Per Semester
Art & Design Foundation Diploma £17,495 £17,850 £5,950
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