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This one-year foundation course gives you the chance to explore different creative areas before choosing the subject you want to take a degree in. It's the perfect way to find your creative voice and to boost your existing skills and portfolio if they’re not quite up to degree standard – or you might just like to enjoy a year of being creative before moving on to something else. After successful completion of this course, students are awarded the widely recognised UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3). Guaranteed place on a BA degree at AUB upon successful completion (except the Acting and Creative Writing courses, which require auditions or written submissions).
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This one-year foundation course gives you the chance to explore different creative areas before choosing the subject you want to take a degree in. It's the perfect way to find your creative voice and to boost your existing skills and portfolio if they’re not quite up to degree standard – or you might just like to enjoy a year of being creative before moving on to something else. After successful completion of this course, students are awarded the widely recognised UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3). Guaranteed place on a BA degree at AUB upon successful completion (except the Acting and Creative Writing courses, which require auditions or written submissions).
Admission Requirements
5.5+
You'll also be asked to provide us with a portfolio of creative work either as a link or as a pdf smaller than 10Mb.
See https://aub.ac.uk/portfolios for more information
1 Year
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
5,421 GBP
International
14,750 GBP
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
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You apply directly to AUB through our website. See https://aub.ac.uk/apply/foundation for more information and support
The course offers multiple 'specialisms', and you'll choose to study these from mid-November.
The specialism for stage two are:
Graphic Communication
3D – Art, Craft and Design
Fashion, Costume and Textiles
Photography
Fine Art
Film and Animation
Illustration
Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media
AUB, Poole, United Kingdom
12 monthsProgramme duration
14,750 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
It's the perfect way to find your creative voice and to boost your existing skills and portfolio if they’re not quite up to degree standard – or you might just like to enjoy a year of being creative before moving on to something else. After successful completion of this course, students are awarded the widely recognised UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3).
Guaranteed place on a BA degree at AUB upon successful completion (except the Acting and Creative Writing courses, which require auditions or written submissions).
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
It's the perfect way to find your creative voice and to boost your existing skills and portfolio if they’re not quite up to degree standard – or you might just like to enjoy a year of being creative before moving on to something else. After successful completion of this course, students are awarded the widely recognised UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3).
Guaranteed place on a BA degree at AUB upon successful completion (except the Acting and Creative Writing courses, which require auditions or written submissions).
Admission Requirements
You'll also be asked to provide us with a portfolio of creative work either as a link or as a pdf smaller than 10Mb.
See https://aub.ac.uk/portfolios for more information
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
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