quick guide to creative arts

CREATIVE ARTS

QUICK GUIDE TO

2021/22

Our aim is to give every young person the opportunities to achieve to the best of their abilities, so they can progress to further study with us, to find employment or an apprenticeship, or progress to higher education.

We are committed to ensuring our students get the best education possible and will do everything we can to help you achieve your goals.

We look forward to a successful partnership, working with you to ensure your success.

Stamford College Quick Guides Stamford College Quick Guides ContentsWelcome

WELCOME CONTENTSIntroduction from Janet MeenaghanPrincipal of Stamford College Creative Arts Courses ............................................................... 4

Why Study With Us?...................................................................5

Careers Map ...................................................................................... 6

Art & Design Diploma Level 1 ...............................................7

Art & Design Diploma Level 2 ............................................. 8

Art & Design Extended Diploma Level 3 .................. 10

Art & Design Foundation Diploma Level 3 ..............12

Fashion Extended Diploma Level 3.............................. 14

Graphic Design Extended Diploma Level 3 ............16

Photography Extended Diploma Level 3 .................18

Creative Arts Student Success Stories ......................20

What We’ve Been Up To .......................................................22

Progression Routes ..................................................................23

2 3

Stamford College Quick Guides Stamford College Quick Guides Why Study With Us?Creative Arts Courses

If you’re passionate about a career in Creative Arts be inspired by our courses awarded by the world-renowned, prestigious University of the Arts London (UAL) who is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2019 QS World University Rankings.

Our courses offer you the chance to explore your creativity, develop your practical skills and create a stunning portfolio of work throughout these coursework based qualifications. You will have the opportunity to work on real-life briefs, exhibiting your work locally and nationally providing you with the valuable experience you will need to succeed and progress, and ultimately go on to work in and shape the creative industries worldwide.

WHY STUDY WITH US?COURSES

We have a dedicated Creative Arts Block which has all the equipment and space needed to achieve your artistic goals. We also have a

spacious library and comfortable wifi-enabled spaces to study and socialise with your friends.

To inspire your creativity and artistic development, at Level 3 you will have the opportunity to take part in a 5 day residential trip to Florence, Italy in Year 1, and New York City in Year 2, as well as regular project related trips throughout the year. You will meet various industry professionals to inspire your artistic development including photographers, fashion designers, illustrators and past students currently working in the creative arts industry.

We treat our students like adults.All of our teachers have worked in the industry

and are highly experienced with creative arts.

STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES

ONCE IN A LIFETIME TRIPS

MATURE ENVIRONMENT

ART & DESIGNDiploma Level 2


PHOTOGRAPHYExtended Diploma Level 3

ART & DESIGNExtended Diploma Level 3

ART & DESIGNFoundation Diploma Level 3

FASHIONExtended Diploma Level 3

GRAPHIC DESIGNExtended Diploma Level 3

Want to look around?

Take a virtual tour of

our amazing facilities

on our website!

360°

4 5

Stamford College Quick Guides Stamford College Quick Guides Art & Design Diploma Level 1Careers Map


CAREERS MAP

Entry requirements3 GCSEs at grades 2/E including English or maths or equivalent. You will also need to bring your own artwork to your interview to demonstrate artistic strengths.

What does the programme includeThere are no formal exams as part of this course. Your coursework will make up a diverse portfolio which you can use for future interviews. You will complete a number of projects throughout the year, each gradually building your skills and structured with detailed weekly step-by-step plans, notes and reviewing of your own work to support your creative development.

How the course will be assessedAssessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed. You can utilise your portfolio to take to university or job interviews to showcase your abilities. Your projects will be assessed as you complete them, and you will receive detailed feedback and a set of targets as to where you need to develop your skills as you begin the next project. This structure will help you steadily improve your art and design skills and arrive at the final project with a far greater level of self-confidence.

Course contentYou will study a range of units including:• Unit 1: Introduction to materials,

processes and technical skills in art and design

• Unit 2: Introduction to contextual research in art and design

• Unit 3: Introduction to communication skills in art and design

• Unit 4: Solving 2D creative problems• Unit 5: Solving 3D creative problems• Unit 6: Solve time-based creative

problems• Unit 7: Developing and producing a

personal project in art and design

Progress toOn successful completion of this course, you could progress to the Art and Design Diploma Level 2.

Additional informationAlthough no formal work experience is required you are encouraged to develop your professional knowledge through placements and competitions. Where possible, we will utilise local and distant trips to support your studies. This may well require additional costs to cover the transport, but we will give you plenty of warning as to when trips will be coming up. Throughout the year, the college has a host of visiting groups and lecturers giving talks, a timetable of these events will be on the wall in the studio at the start of term.

Course Code: FLDADAPDuration: 1 Year Full Time

Develop your drawing, printmaking, animation and design skills whilst working on a variety of projects throughout the year, finishing with your own final project, which you will develop and manage independently. You will explore different media and techniques including drawing, painting, printmaking, sparital design and model making.

Set out on your path to a career in...

...plus so much more! Book an appointment with our Careers team for more ideas and advice!

FASHION• Fashion Buyer• Costume Designer• Fashion Stylist• Visual Merchandiser• Fashion and Textiles Designer• Print Based Textiles Designer• Fashion Photographer• Fashion Designer• Fashion Retailer

COMMERCIAL• Advertising Photographer• Photographer• Web Designer/Developer• Packaging Designer• Graphic Designer• Illustrator• Visual Communication Artist• Multimedia Technology Designer• Digital/Social Marketing Designer• Advertising Representative• Print Production Manager

EXHIBITION/THEATRICAL

• Production Designer for Film/Theatre/Television

• Make-up Artist• Wardrobe Assistant• Interior and Spacial Designer• Theatre Designer• Exhibition Designer

ART• Teacher• Freelance Artist• Community Art Worker• Tattoo Artist• Painter/Sculptor• Arts Therapist• Fine Artist

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN• Industrial Designer• Product Designer• Furniture Designer• Transport Designer• Automotive Designer

RESTORATION• Museum/Gallery

Conservator• Art Restorer• Art Director• Art Buyer/Manager• Design Agency Manager• Furniture Conservator/

Restorer

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

6 7

Stamford College Quick Guides Art & Design Diploma Level 2


Entry requirements4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above, including English or maths, and either an art or design based subject. You will also need to bring a portfolio of work to your interview to demonstrate your artistic strengths.

What does the programme includeYou will have access to detailed weekly step-by-step plans and notes to help you with your research, reviewing your own work and creating a stunning portfolio to take with you to University or employment.

Each project will gradually build skills of the one before, so your final project will demonstrate a higher level of skill and thinking, to support your potential transition to a Level 3 Art & Design course.

How the course will be assessedProjects will be assessed as you complete them, and you will receive detailed

feedback and a set of targets as to where you need to develop your skills as you begin the next project. This structure will help you steadily improve your art and design skills and arrive at the final project with a far greater level of self-confidence.

Course contentYou will study a range of units including:

• Unit 1: Introduction to materials, processes and technical skills in art and design

• Unit 2: Introduction to contextual research in art and design

• Unit 3: Introduction to communication skills in art and design

• Unit 4: Solving 2D creative problems• Unit 5: Solving 3D creative problems• Unit 6: Solve time-based creative

problems

• Unit 7: Developing and producing a personal project in art and design

Progress toOn successful completion of this course, you can progress onto the Art and Design, Photography, Graphic Design, Creative Media Production or Fashion Extended Diploma Level 3.

Additional informationYou will require an initial art pack costing £40 in September. Although no formal work experience is required you are encouraged to take up opportunities to develop your professional knowledge through placements, competitions and communicating with practitioners in the field.

Stamford College Quick GuidesArt & Design Diploma Level 2

Course Code: DP2ARAPDuration: 1 Year Full Time

This course will build on your existing art or design skills whilst allowing you to explore the more challenging elements such as drawing, illustration, mixed media painting, printmaking, interior design and animation. In addition, you will experiment building your photographic and Photoshop skills. You will explore your creativity by managing your own Final Project independently, and final outcome.

Want to look around? Take a virtual tour of our amazing facilities on our website!

360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

8 9

Art & Design Extended Diploma Level 3

ART & DESIGNExtended Diploma Level 3

Entry requirements5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and preferably maths, and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above.

Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C or a pass for Functional Skills Level 2 English. You will also need to bring a portfolio of artwork to your interview to demonstrate your artistic strengths. A Merit in your first year is required to enter the second year Extended Diploma.

What does the programme includeThroughout this course you will develop and apply a broad range of transferable skills, so you will be able to demonstrate:

• Initiative• Independent inquiry• Creative thinking• Reflective learning

• Team working• Self-management• Effective participation• Problem solving• Communication

Our specialist lecturers deliver regular rotating workshops covering a wide range of topics to ensure you gain a variety of skills to apply to your projects.

Although no formal work experience is required you are encouraged to take up opportunities to develop your professional knowledge through work placements, competitions and communication with practitioners in the field. You will also have the opportunity to respond to a live brief and exhibit at Stamford Arts Centre.

How the course will be assessedAssessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed. You can utilise your portfolio to take to University or job interviews to showcase your abilities.


• Introduction to visual language in art and design

• Introduction to research skills in art and design

• Introduction to critical and contextual awareness in art and design

• Introduction to materials, processes and technical skills in art and design

• An integrated approach to 2D problem solving in art and design


• An integrated approach to time-base problem solving

• Developing an art and design project• Opportunities for progression in art

and design

Year 2 Modules:• Characteristics and contexts in art

and design

• Preparation for progression in art and design

• Engaging with an audience in art and design

• Project proposal and realisation in art and design

Progress toFormer students have progressed on to some of the top creative universities in the country including Savannah College of Art and Design, Chelsea College of Art and Design and Central Saint Martins. You could progress to study a degree in Art, Design, Fashion or Photography at university, or the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design at Stamford College.

Additional informationThere is an annual £60 Studio fee for this course payable in September which ensures that you have access to the appropriate materials. You will also be expected to provide various materials necessary for the successful completion of coursework including sketchbooks, mount board etc.

Stamford College Quick GuidesArt & Design Extended Diploma Level 3 Stamford College Quick Guides

Course Code: ED3ARAPDuration: 2 Years Full Time

Gain a career in the creative industry with this attractive alternative to A Levels. Deepen your knowledge of art and design and experiment with a range of specialisms. You will explore visual language, research skills, project proposal and realisation, and build your critical and contextual awareness through a series of live projects. You will have the opportunity to take part in weekly life drawing classes to develop your observational, figurative and mixed media skills- skills highly sought after by prestigious art universities.


360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

10 11

Art & Design Foundation Diploma Level 3

ART & DESIGNFoundation Diploma Level 3

Entry requirementsOne arts-based A Level or a Merit in a vocationally relevant qualification such as an Extended Diploma and 5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English. You will be required to provide a portfolio at the interview.

What does the programme includeYou will be set a series of projects in conjunction with short and often group assignments which investigate the development of ideas and concepts, that run parallel to a series of practical workshops in a range of media and contextual exploration. This includes, painting, printmaking, life-drawing, textiles, spatial design, sculpture/3D, photography, film, graphic design

and illustration. Through media, you will explore alternative and innovative ways in which your project topic can be interpreted, drawing on multiple disciplines.

How the course will be assessedA range of assessment methods will be used including tutorial, presentations, academic essays and work-based projects. A stunning portfolio of work will be generated throughout the year, which will showcase your wide range of skills and can be used to present to university admissions or potential employers. Much emphasis is set on critiques, presentations and improving your ability to discuss your progress and concepts.

Course contentThe Foundation Diploma is split into three parts:

• Learning skills and context• Development and progression• Proposal and realisation

Which includes the following units:

• Art and design research methods (Core)

• Art and design ideas development (Core)

• Art and design materials methods (Core)

• Art and design evaluation and reflection (Core)

• Integrated art and design, research, ideas and methods (Core)

• Preparation for progression in art and design (Core)

• Art and design project proposal and realisation (Core)

Progress toYou will gain 80 UCAS points for a pass, 96 for a merit and 112 for a distinction. This course is the preferred qualification for most art based courses at university and will enable you to further develop your portfolio for progression to further study or employment.

Stamford College Quick GuidesArt & Design Foundation Diploma Level 3 Stamford College Quick Guides

Course Code: DPFDAAPDuration: 1 Year Full Time

The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design has an enviable reputation for excellence with high rates of progression and many students being accepted onto high-calibre degree courses at prominent universities to study a range of specialist subjects. Run through the University of the Arts, London, this course follows the Bauhaus Model to develop your contextual and practical skills through experimental and experiential learning.

This course is enriched with a variety of project visits, including a five day residential in a European city as well as input from a wide variety of professionals to ensure you are aware of the demands of the Art and Design industry. The UAL Level 3 and Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design are pivotal qualifications, which provide a transition from general education to specialist art and design education. This enables students to make an informed decision when applying to higher education or seeking employment within a related industry.


360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

12 13

Fashion Extended Diploma Level 3

FASHIONExtended Diploma Level 3


Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C or a pass for Functional Skills Level 2 English.

A Merit in your first year is required to enter the second year Extended Diploma.


• Initiative• Independent inquiry• Creative thinking• Reflective learning• Team working• Self-management• Effective participation• Problem solving• Communication

You will have the opportunity to take part in weekly life drawing classes to develop

your observational, figurative and mixed media skills. Specialist lecturers on the Level 3 Creative Arts Diplomas also offer regular workshops to widen your skills which in turn can be applied to your project work.

How the course will be assessedAssessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence which will be internally assessed. You can utilise your portfolio to take to university or job interviews to showcase your abilities.








• An integrated approach to time-based problem solving


and design

Year 2 Modules:• Characteristics and contexts in art

and design• Preparation for progression in art

and design• Engaging with an audience in art

and design• Project proposal and realisation in art

and design

Progress toFormer students have progressed to some of the top fashion universities in the world such as Ravensbourne and Central St Martins. You could progress to study a degree in Art, Design or Fashion or enter employment as a Fashion Designer, Textile Designer, Pattern Cutter, Stylist,

Costume Designer, Seamstress or Print Designer.

Additional informationThere is an annual £60 studio fee for this course payable in September which ensures that you have access to the appropriate materials. You will also be expected to provide various materials necessary for the successful completion of coursework including sketch books, mount board etc

Stamford College Quick GuidesFashion Extended Diploma Level 3 Stamford College Quick Guides

Course Code: ED3FAAPDuration: 1 - 2 Years Full Time

Take your first steps towards a career in the fashion industry with this attractive alternative to A Levels. You will build critical and contextual awareness through a series of live projects and have the opportunity to showcase your own designs in our annual Fashion Show and through responding to real, live briefs from businesses. Through a series of live projects you will develop your visual language, research skills, project proposal and realisation and building your critical and contextual awareness of the fashion industry.


360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

14 15

Graphic Design Extended Diploma Level 3

GRAPHIC DESIGNExtended Diploma Level 3


Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C or a Pass for Functional Skill Level 2 English.



• Initiative• Independent inquiry• Creative thinking• Reflective learning• Team working• Self-management• Effective participation• Problem solving• Communication

You will have the opportunity to take part in weekly life drawing classes to develop your observational, figurative and mixed media skills. Every computer throughout college has the latest Adobe Creative Suite software, allowing students to develop technical skills on industry standard technology as well as access to a range of traditional media including the Creative Arts department print room.

Specialist lecturers on the Level 3 Creative Arts Diplomas also offer regular workshops to widen your skills which in turn can be applied to your project work











and design Year 2 Modules:

• Characteristics and contexts in art and design




Progress toProgress to a degree in Art, Design or Fashion at University. You could also enter employment as a Graphic Designer, Typographer, Packaging Designer, Editorial Designer, Digital Designer, Artworker, Creative Director or Image Maker. Former students have progressed to top universities such as London College of Communication.

Additional informationThere is an annual £60 studio fee for this course payable in September which ensures that you have access to the appropriate materials. You will also be expected to provide various materials necessary for the completion of coursework including sketch books and mount board etc.

Stamford College Quick GuidesGraphic Design Extended Diploma Level 3 Stamford College Quick Guides

Course Code: ED3GDAPDuration: 1 - 2 Years Full Time

Explore visual language, research skills, project proposal and realisation and build your critical and contextual awareness through a series of live projects. You’ll deepen your knowledge of art and design and experiment with a range of specialisms including typography, illustration, 3D design, narrative storytelling, editorial layout and composition.


360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

16 17

Photography Extended Diploma Level 3

PHOTOGRAPHYExtended Diploma Level 3


Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C or a Pass for Functional Skills Level 2 English.



• Initiative• Independent inquiry• Creative thinking• Reflective learning• Team working• Self-management• Effective participation

• Problem solving• Communication

You will have the opportunity to take part in weekly life drawing classes to develop your observational, figurative and mixed media skills. Every computer throughout college has the latest Adobe Creative Suite software, allowing students to develop technical skills on industry standard technology as well as access to a range of traditional media including the Creative Arts department print room.

Specialist lecturers on the Level 3 Creative Arts Diplomas also offer regular workshops to widen your skills which in turn can be applied to your project work.











and designYear 2 Modules:

• Characteristics and contexts in art and design




Progress toFormer students have progressed to top universities such as Falmouth or London College of Communication. You could progress to creative degrees at university with this qualification.

Additional informationYou will need to purchase an equipment pack at the start of the year costing £60.

Stamford College Quick GuidesPhotography Extended Diploma Level 3 Stamford College Quick Guides

Course Code: ED3PHAPDuration: 2 Years Full Time

Develop the necessary skills to kick-start your career in the creative industries with this attractive alternative to A Levels. You will deepen your knowledge of photography and visual communication through experimenting with camera controls, 35mm and medium format, digital, darkroom, studio lighting and composition. You will work on a range of real life projects and produce a focused portfolio of work ready for university or employment.


360°

PRACTICAL VS THEORY

70% 30%

18 19

Stamford College Quick GuidesCreative Arts Student Success Stories

“The fashion course at Stamford College was amazing. I am now the founder of one of the most popular emerging London fashion brands ‘Art School’ and I have been nominated for a British Fashion Award.”

Eden Loweth

Creative Arts Student Success StoriesStamford College Quick Guides

“I’ve been able to take part in live projects with real clients, such as illustrating the children’s book, ‘Gina Gets Lost’, which has made College really exciting. I’ve chosen to work freelance in the graphic design and creative industry and the skills I have learnt from College have been amazing in helping me to do this.”

Lydia Miller

20 21

Stamford College Quick GuidesWhat We’ve Been Up To

WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO...

Graphic Design students have had the opportunity to work alongside award winning local brewery, Oakham Ales to create the original artwork for November 2020’s Seasonal Ale.

Student’s were able to put their skills to the test, developing the beer’s name and image to present to the brewers at Oakham Ales. The winning design ‘Cosmic Jellyfish’ by Level 3 Graphic Design student Jordan Griffiths, will now feature on pump clips in pubs across the country and be used in the promotion of the 2020 Seasonal Ales.

John Bryan, Director of Brewing said, “The artwork we received was really interesting and different to what we could have designed in house which gave us a different angle to work with. We’ve been surprised with the quality of work produced by the students that sit well in our portfolio. We want to thank them for giving us a great selection of designs to choose from and to the staff for their help with the project.”

Graphic Design Lecturer Pam Mairs, approached Oakham Ales to secure this exciting opportunity for her students allowing them to get involved with a real live brief to add to their design portfolios.

She said, “Working with Oakham Ales has been a fantastic opportunity for my students to create original artwork for a real business and to gain experience in pitching artwork to potential clients.”

Pam & Jordan

Stamford College Quick Guides Progression Routes

PROGRESSION ROUTES

We offer information, advice and guidance to support decisions about learning, training and work opportunities now and in the future. This includes:

• A specialist Careers Advisor• A Personal Development Programme

to develop study and employment skills

• CV Writing Workshops• Dedicated UCAS Support• Work Experience• Personal Career Plan• Mock Interviews• Tips and talks from employers• Dedicated Apprenticeship team to

support applications

Personal Development Programme

Each term focuses on a different topic such as Careers and Employment, Prevent and British Values and Progression.

University Fair

We also organise a Careers and University Fair in preparation for the UCAS deadline where universities from across the country and our largest local employers are invited to meet students and support them with their next steps.

For more info on your PDP, please speak to your Student Advisor

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMME (PDP)

2020/21

Term

1

Term

3

Term

5 Term

6Te

rm 4

Term

2

• Course Rep Elections/

Student Voice

• Equality and Diversity

• Student Code of Conduct

• Finance/Welfare/

Safeguarding

• Personal Development

Tracking Intro (Kloodle)

• Mental Health Awareness

• Anti-Bullying and Hate

Crime

• Healthy Living

• Addiction Awareness

• Current affairs

• British Values

• E-Safety

• Radicalisation and

Extremism

• Cyber Bullying

• Democracy and

Voting

• Prevent

• Stress management

• Current affairs

• Personal

Development

Tracking (Kloodle)

• Independent Living

• Salaries and Budgeting

• UCAS

• Labour Market Information

• Employment and

Interview Skills

• Options after College

• 1 to 1 reviews

• Community Projects

• Progression Workshops

• End of Year Survey

First 6 WeeksPersonal Wellbeing

& Healthy living

Prevent; British Values

Progression

Careers & Employment

Next Steps

For more info on your PDP, please speak to your Student Advisor

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (PDP)

2020/21

Term

1Te

rm 3

Term

5

Term

6Te

rm 4

Term

2

• Course Rep Elections/ Student Voice

• Equality and Diversity• Student Code of Conduct• Finance/Welfare/

Safeguarding• Personal Development

Tracking Intro (Kloodle)

• Mental Health Awareness• Anti-Bullying and Hate

Crime• Healthy Living• Addiction Awareness• Current affairs

• British Values• E-Safety• Radicalisation and

Extremism• Cyber Bullying• Democracy and

Voting

• Prevent• Stress management• Current affairs• Personal

Development Tracking (Kloodle)

• Independent Living

• Salaries and Budgeting• UCAS • Labour Market Information• Employment and

Interview Skills• Options after College

• 1 to 1 reviews• Community Projects• Progression Workshops• End of Year Survey

First 6 Weeks Personal Wellbeing & Healthy living

Prevent; British Values

Progression

Careers & Employment

Next Steps

Follow our socials to keep up with everything going on at College!

22 23

Ask us a question!

@stamfordcollegeuk@[email protected]

01780 484 300www.stamford.ac.uk

quick guide to creative arts

Documents