International Foundation in Art and Design
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This accredited International Foundation program in Art and Design at Manchester Metropolitan University combines creative practice with English language skills. Over four terms, students develop their artistic abilities through studios in textiles, art, design, and more, preparing them for undergraduate studies at Manchester School of Art. They benefit from expert faculty, interactive seminars, field trips, and access to world-class facilities.
Program Outline
The program aims to develop students' independent creative practices through subjects such as textiles, fashion, art, painting, sculpture, product design, illustration, and graphic design.
Outline:
- Program Length: 4 Terms
- Delivery Mode: On-campus only
- Modules:
- Core Modules:
- Personal Tutor Programme
- Research and Communication Skills
- Studio 1: Exploring Visual Language (30 Credit Units)
- Studio 2: Developing Specialist Pathways (30 Credit Units)
- Studio 3: Final Major Project (30 Credit Units)
- English for Academic Purposes
- Field Trips:
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park
- Whitworth Art Gallery
Teaching:
- Faculty: Tutors are experts in different art forms.
Other:
- Class Size: 20 students
- Facilities: Access to world-class facilities, including laser-cutting, photography studios, screenprinting, wood workshops, and bookbinding.
- Progression: The program prepares students for progression to a Manchester Met degree in various art and design fields.
- Progression Requirements: The program requires a specific percentage in the final level and English level for each degree program.
Tuition fee£ 19,650.00 Accommodation£ 4,224.00 - 12,950.00 Enrolment fee (Compulsory)£ 250.00 Textbooks (Compulsory)£ 110.00 - 430.00 Lab fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)£ 500.00 Studio fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)£ 500.00 Airport pick-up (Optional)£ 50.00 Social programme (Optional)£ 100.00 CAS charges (Compulsory-Course dependent)£ 25.00
Entry Requirements:
- Age Requirement: All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 31 December of the preceding calendar year.
- Academic Requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
- Portfolio Requirements:
- At least 6 digital images of previous work.
- Of which 3 should be observational drawings (not computer-generated).
- Other items that may be submitted include:
- Original photography
- Sketchbooks
- Original computer-generated imagery
- Photographs of three-dimensional work
- Evidence of sketching which shows the development of own artwork or design
- Annotated work.
- Statement of Purpose: Students must submit a statement of up to 250 words that includes:
- Area(s) of Art and Design that interests them
- Why they want to join the program
- Key influences (other artists or designers that inspire them)
- Indication of how much Art and Design training they've already completed
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS: 4.5 overall (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent.
- Additional Information: If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
