Art, Design, Media & Music

• A minimum of three GCSEs, grade D or above. You can re-sit English and/or Maths alongside this course if you have a D.

• A portfolio of Art & Design or Design Technology work should be presented during your personal interview, along with either a reference or school report/Record of Achievement.

• Students will be required to present a portfolio of their drawing and design work during their interview, to confirm their interest in the subject.

• A minimum of three GCSEs, grade D or above. You can re-sit English and Maths alongside this course if you have a D.

• A portfolio of creative work that could include Art & Design or Design Technology work should be presented during your personal interview.

There are no age restrictions for this qualification. The majority of students are 16 -18-year-olds, some are 19 and over.

• A minimum of four GCSEs, at grade C or above (or grades 9-4), at least one of which should be in an Art and Design subject or the equivalent Level 2 qualification in an appropriate subject e.g. Art & Design (BTEC or UAL) with a Level 2 profile at merit and distinction grades.

• Suitable evidence of your learning and achievement, ideally in the form of a portfolio of Digital Media, Art and Design, or Design Technology work, to be presented during your interview.

• A minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above (or grades 9-4), at least one of which should be in a Media or Art & Design subject, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification e.g. Art & Design (BTEC or UAL), with a Level 2 profile at merit and distinction grades.

• Suitable evidence of your learning and achievement in the form of a portfolio of Digital Media, Art and Design, or Design Technology work, should be presented during your interview.

● A minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above (or grades 9-4), or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject with a Level 2 profile at merit and distinction grades.

● You will need to attend an audition and interview so staff can determine your skill level and suitability for the course.

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however:

• It is ideal if you have completed your A-Levels, Diploma or Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3), or related subjects.

• It is recommended that you have a minimum of five GCSEs, grade 4 or grade C and above including Maths and English and one A-Level or equivalent Level 3 qualification, preferably in a creative subject.

• You should provide suitable evidence of your learning and achievement in the form of a portfolio of work, during your interview.

There are no age restrictions for this qualification. However, most of the students taking this qualification are expected to be 18+ years old, as it is most suitable for adult learners.