Subject Intent: Why Art and Design?
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The creative industries are one of the fastest growing in the UK and in particular within the Leeds region the number of jobs within this sector are 40% higher than the England average. The curriculum intent of the Extended Diploma Art and Design course is to immerse students within Art and Design at a higher level in order to supply them with a well-rounded skill set to access the best opportunities within the creative industries upon completion.
Understanding, conceptual thinking and creativity are some of the main skills developed within the curriculum. With this being a full-time programme, students develop a wide range of professionally led skills within Fine Art, Graphics, Design, Photography, Textiles and craft.
What will I study?
- Drawing techniques
- Painting
- Colour theory
- 3D design
- Print techniques
- Photography
- Textiles
- Composition
- Digital media
Art and Design
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What are lessons like in this subject?
Within the Visual Arts department we have industry standard facilities such as Apple Mac computers with access to Adobe software, screen printing, laser cutting, textiles machinery and much more. Our specialist team of staff will run workshops and guide you through everything we have to offer. We aim to enrich your experience with trips and visits to exhibitions in places such as London and Manchester. We have guest speakers from the creative industries and leading universities and strong links with our foundation diploma. Workshops with practicing artists will increase your confidence in using specialist media such as oil paints.
What our
students
The Art and Design Extended Diploma is enjoyable and rewarding, as I have learnt so many different techniques, including the unique styles of art that I never knew existed. This has opened up my mind to trying new ways of expressing a concept visually. It opens the doors to so many new opportunities.
Abigail Horton, Carleton High School
