This course commences in September and runs for two years.
This course provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in the visual arts to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from further to higher education.
You will explore a wide range of art and design disciplines within your Diploma year of study including workshops in printed textiles, ceramics, printmaking, wood work, jewellery and metal work, developing your skills through 9 units of practical work and theoretical study. Your work will be enhanced through educational and gallery visits; previous years have visited galleries in New York, London and Paris.
Within the Extended Diploma you will focus on your personal development in art and design completing a further 4 units, work on live briefs and develop an individual exhibition project. You will continue to build your confidence and abilities to independently use the workshops to create a varied portfolio of work.
Your work will be assessed against the University of Arts, London (UAL) grading criteria throughout the course, both internally and by an external moderator. At the end of each unit you will present a portfolio of work for grading. Live briefs will include formal presentation to the client. Your final major project is exhibited as part of the Arts Festival in June/July which is open to the public. In order to gain a full Extended Diploma, you must pass all the course units.
You will require a basic personal and portable kit of materials, equipment and printing at the cost of approximately £75. You will need to buy a kit for both the Diploma and Extended Diploma year. Your tutor will advise you on these.
Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX
Employment – This course can form the foundations for a range of creative occupations including Graphic Designer, Artist, Entrepreneur, Fashion or Textile Designer, Illustrator, Fine Artist, Interior Designer, Product, Jewellery or Ceramic Designer or Teacher.
Education – You could progress to university, studying a variety of art, design, fashion and crafts disciplines or other higher level qualifications such as a Higher National Diploma (HND).
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. Contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk. about eligibility and how to apply. You can also visit the Advanced Learner Loan page.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
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, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.