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

  • Location Matthew Boulton College and Sutton Coldfield College
  • Length of course 35 weeks
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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.

Course highlights

What you get out of studying this course with us.

Hands-on training in industry-standard workshops

Taught by tutors with real industry experience

A qualification employers recognise and ask for

Work experience built into the programme

Small class sizes with one-to-one tutorial support

Free tuition for eligible 16 to 18 year olds

Clear progression to the next level or an apprenticeship

Careers advice and UCAS guidance throughout the year

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Course details

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.

Career pathways

  • Start date: September 1, 2026 Location: Matthew Boulton College
    Course code: S2DARTFMM-1
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  • Start date: September 1, 2026 Location: Sutton Coldfield College
    Course code: S2DARTFSM-1
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  • Start date: August 31, 2027 Location: Sutton Coldfield College
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  • Start date: August 31, 2027 Location: Matthew Boulton College
    Course code: S2DARTFMM-1
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