Foundation Diploma in Art & Design - Visual Communication, Advertising, Art Direction & Branding
Program Overview
This Foundation Diploma in Visual Communication provides a comprehensive foundation in visual arts, with a focus on developing skills in visual communication, advertising, and branding. Students benefit from specialist staff support, access to studios seven days a week, and guaranteed progression to BA courses upon successful completion. The program emphasizes visual and written assignments and projects, assessed according to specifications set by the UAL awarding body.
Program Outline
Assessment:
Visual and written assignments and projects. With specifications set by UAL awarding body.
Teaching:
Specialist staff support available 3 days a week. Students have access to our studios 7 days a week, from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday and 10:30 am to 5:30 pm at weekends.
Careers:
Progression to degrees & further education in Visual Communication, Advertising, Art Direction and Branding. Guaranteed progression to any of the BA courses on successful completion of the Foundation Diploma.
Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA)
Overview:
Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) is a specialized creative and performing arts school with campuses in Cambridge and London. It offers a range of programs across Art & Design, Fashion, Music, and Performing Arts.
Services Offered:
CSVPA provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Diploma, Foundation, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Courses:
The school offers a variety of programs at different levels, catering to diverse learning needs and career aspirations.Summer Courses:
Short-term summer courses are available in various disciplines, allowing students to explore new areas of interest or enhance their skills.Student Life Support:
The school provides welfare and support services to ensure a positive and enriching student experience.Accommodation:
Accommodation options are available for students in Cambridge.English Language Centre:
An English Language Centre is available for international students who need to improve their English proficiency.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Dedicated Creative and Performing Arts Focus:
CSVPA specializes in providing high-quality education in the creative and performing arts, offering a unique and focused learning environment.Central Campuses:
The school's locations in Cambridge and London provide students with access to vibrant cultural hubs and opportunities for networking and professional development.Diverse Program Offerings:
CSVPA offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, allowing students to pursue their passions and explore different creative avenues.Academic Programs:
CSVPA offers a variety of academic programs, including:
Extended Diploma:
This program provides a comprehensive foundation in creative practice, art, design, and communication, as well as performing arts in drama and music.Foundation Programme:
This program offers specialized pathways in drama, music, and art & design, including 3D design, fashion, graphics & illustration, film, moving image & animation, and visual communication.Undergraduate:
The school offers BA (Hons) degrees in Fashion, Fashion Branding & Creative Communication, and Graphics & Illustration.Postgraduate:
CSVPA offers a Graduate Diploma in Art & Design, a Pre-Master's in Art & Design, and MA degrees in Art & Design, Fashion (Branding & Creative Communication and Design), and Visual Communication (Graphic Design and Illustration & Animation).Other:
Entry Requirements:
- Age: 17 years +
- Educational Level: Completion of High School is needed or a minimum of 1 x Level 3 qualification, preferably in a relevant creative subject (i.e., A level) and 3 x GCSEs at grade 4 or grade C, including Maths and English and at least one of which should be in a creative arts subject.
- Students who do not meet these entry requirements will still be considered on their own individual potential to succeed, subject to an interview.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0)
