Creative Arts (Art and Design) Foundation Degree - FD

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in developing your creative practice, focusing on practical work and the refinement of both artistic and entrepreneurial skills.

You will enhance your creative and technical abilities while building a professional network on site at our Dean Clough studio and establish industry connections. The course uses a combination of directed and personal briefs which will develop your core skills, enabling you to identify and refine specialist skills and knowledge across digital and traditional approaches.

Year 2 modules have been designed to create a more individualised learning experience that allows you to explore your creative talent and specialist pathway. You’ll benefit from mentorship by industry professionals and gain hands-on experience working on live, work-based projects.

Additionally, collaborative opportunities and an in-depth understanding of the creative industries will support you to progress to the BA (Hons) Creative Arts (Contemporary Art and Design Practice) top-up year or into employment.

During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:

Level 4 Modules

Working in the Creative Industries
Traditional and Digital Material Practice
Working Methods, Sources and References
Individual Project
Level 5 Modules

Specialist Contextual Studies in the Creative Industries
Traditional and Digital Material Practice Personal Pathway
Working in the Creative Industries (2)
Final Major Project: Advanced Specialist Skills/Exhibition
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