Access to Higher Education: Creative Arts Level 3 Full-time
Course Overview
Access to Higher Education: Creative Arts Level 3 Full-time
This Creative Arts course prepares you for university-level study in Art and Design sectors by providing you with the knowledge and requirements to progress to higher education. The course ensures that you have a good understanding of themes relevant to Art and Design, including cultural studies, the design process and visual studies.
You will also complete a research project in an area of interest relevant to the diploma, and you can select additional units from a range of choices.
Located at: Old Mill Lane campus
Course Start: September 2025
Course length: 30 Weeks
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: QADFAXG311
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
This course costs £3,928. You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to pay for this course. If you are aged 19-23 and this is your first full level 3 qualification then you may not have to pay for the course.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
Other funding information
You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact Student Services by calling 01226 216 267.
This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
For eligibility information and details about how to apply, visit the Advanced Learner Loan page. Or contact our Information Team by emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk or calling 01226 216 123.
If you're undertaking an Access to Higher Education (HE) course and then go on to complete a Higher Education qualification, the outstanding balance of your Advanced Learner Loan will be written off, once you have fully completed both courses.
Course Content
You must be aged 19 or over to study an Access course.
Entry to the course is by interview. We take a strong interest in previous experience and would love to see or hear recent written work, computer-based or online materials.
Level 2 English is desirable
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 13 May 2025.
