University Centre Calderdale College
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Halifax
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Creative Arts (Art and Design)
- FD
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 14/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Calderdale College Main Site
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
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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Modules
Level 4:
Visual and Material Contextual Research
Traditional and Digital Material Practice
Professional Practice in Art and Design
Working Methods, Sources and References
Individual Project
Level 5:
Specialist Contextual Studies in the Creative Industries
Traditional and Digital Material Practice Personal Pathway
Professional Practice in the Creative Industries
Final Major Project: Advanced Specialist Skills and Exhibition
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- WR19
- Institution code:
- C02
- Campus name:
- Calderdale College Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Applications for RPL (RPEL or RPCL) will be considered where relevant experience or learning can be demonstrated, and the University Centre process has been satisfactorily completed.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 - 56 points
This course will be a natural progression from the BTEC Level 3 Diploma / Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Foundation Diploma Art & Design, Access to HE or A Levels in a related subject.
Applications from mature students are welcome. All applicants will be interviewed with a portfolio of relevant work and will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment.
A level - CD
One of which to be Art or Design or a related subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7950 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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