UAL Art & Design or Graphics or Photography or Fashion & Textiles Diploma Level 2

BMet is the only provider of UAL qualifications in Central England. This exciting multi-disciplinary course is perfect for anyone looking to build a career in Art & Design. You’ll explore drawing, graphics, photography, fashion, textiles, printmaking and surface printing, developing your visual ideas and creative confidence.

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  • Location
    Matthew Boulton College and Sutton Coldfield College
  • Length of course
    35 weeks
  • Start date
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Course overview

You’ll gain practical and creative skills across a range of disciplines including Fine Art, Photography, Printmaking, Graphic Design, Textiles and Surface Pattern. The course is designed to help you express your ideas and build a strong foundation for future study or employment. On completion, you’ll achieve a UAL Level 2 Award and Diploma in Art and Design.

What this course covers

Entry Requirements

You’ll need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, which may include maths and/or English. Alternatively, you may have completed a Level 1 Diploma in Art & Design.

Progression Opportunities

Progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Art & Design (subject to achieving a Merit or Distinction). This will help you further develop towards a career in art, design, photography or fashion.

Delivery And Assessment

This course is 100% coursework. You’ll produce project work, evidence folders, annotated sketchbooks, design sheets, finished outcomes and models.

Course start dates

September 1, 2026
Course Code: S2DARTFMM-1
Location: Matthew Boulton College
September 1, 2026
Course Code: S2DARTFSM-1
Location: Sutton Coldfield College