Level 1 Diploma in Media and Art (Vocational Studies)

Key Facts

Starting
8 Sep 2025

Location
Carshalton College Main Site
Start Date
Sep 2025
Level
Level 1
Code
CAZ1026CF
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The Level 1 Diploma in Media, Art & Design course is ideal for School Leavers who want to pursue a career in the media or design industries.

You will have the opportunity to gain experience working in a variety of areas such as drawing, 2D and 3D design skills, graphic design, animation, photography, video production and postproduction.

You will be introduced to the basic principles of art and design, with a strong focus on drawing, painting, printmaking and surface decoration experimentation and developing your creative thinking skills. This course will also include artist/designer research and development of your skills in responding to ideas visually.

You will have the opportunity to explore a range of career opportunities in the Creative Media industry and related specialist sectors. The course will introduce you to the production skills, methods and knowledge that are required in the Creative Media Production industry. You will develop a range of skills and techniques, understanding, personal qualities and attitudes essential for the next stage of your education.

Previous students who have successfully completed the Level 1 Diploma have progressed on to Level 2 and Level 3 courses and continued to University, apprenticeships or employment. Course content will cover the following subject areas

Entry Requirements

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
3 x GCSE's at any grade including Maths and English or previous vocational qualification.
Don't have any formal qualifications? Don't worry, let us know and we can assess you to ensure you will be able to achieve well on the course.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
Course Content

You will be taught through lessons and practical workshops. Teaching of concepts and theories will be delivered in our Mac and PC suites, with practical lessons in our animation and TV/Photography studio spaces.
Progression Next Steps

You could progress to the Level 2 UAL qualification in Creative Media Production Technology or the Level 2 UAL qualification Art & Design here at Carshalton College, before specialising at Level 3.
There are lots of opportunities available to you across the South Thames Colleges Group and in the world beyond education.
During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors to help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.
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