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Level 1 Diploma in Creative Arts & Media

This course will motivate you to creatively explore Art, Media, Design, Music, Craft and Photography. The course is structured into nine units; all are practical with some element of theory and instruction


The course is flexible and allows you to explore Creative Arts and Media to give you a general interest and a sound base for you to progress in your studies. All learners will have access to the Adobe Creative Cloud.

What Will I Learn?

You will learn to think creatively about the world around you and sample a range of disciplines that will include Art, Media, Design, Music and various Craft skills. Following on from the creative process, you will have workshop time that will motivate you to develop new skills.


Entry Requirements

3 GCSEs at grades A*- E including English/Welsh and Maths/Numeracy, or an Entry-level vocational qualification at merit grade or above in a creative related subject including literacy and numeracy at E3.


You will also be required to undertake an initial assessment in literacy and numeracy during the first few weeks to establish any support required.

Assessment

You will be assessed at the end of each unit throughout the course and there are no formal examinations.

Career Progression

On successful completion and a personal tutor reference, this creative qualification will enable you to specialise in a Level 2 course of your choice within creative industries, or you will be able to transfer your personal and employability skills to the workplace. This course could form the foundation for many other vocational courses. It is possible to continue to progress through to Level 3 and degree level with successful completion at each stage. The Creative Industries of South Wales are looking for strong creative thinkers and this course could be the start of an exciting career.

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Course Details
Level:Level 1
Mode:Full Time
Start Date:02/09/2024
Location:Aberdare
Course Code:9AF110AA
Fees
FT Registration Fee: £15

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

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Aberdare

Wellington Street
Aberdare
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF44 8EN

Nantgarw

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Tonypandy
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF40 2TQ

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Ystrad Mynach
Hengoed
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