Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Explained
- 1. Foundation Diploma in Art & Design Camberwell, Chelsea & Wimbledon College’s of Arts Part of University of the Arts London
- 2. Modes of Study Explained There are two modes of study available • The diagnostic mode allows students to spend time within each of the 3 main pathways before specialising. This mode is the traditional Foundation course model and is best suited to students who are not yet certain of a particular subject and want a broad range of experience in part 1 of the course. • The specialist mode is for students who are very confident of their future direction. This mode allows students to apply directly to one of the 4 specialist pathways. Applicants to this mode will therefore need an application portfolio that demonstrates some understanding and aptitude for the specialist pathway chosen.
- 3. Things to Note • During the portfolio review process the academic team may offer a student a place on the course, but in a different mode to the one that has been requested on their application form. A member of the team will discuss this decision with the student during the review process. • The Foundation Diploma at Camberwell does not have a Fashion and Textiles pathway. If students are interested in Fashion and Textiles they should apply to the Foundation Diploma at Central Saint Martins, UAL.
- 4. Specialist Mode Options Students who choose to apply to specialist mode will have the below pathways to select from: • Fine Art – Drawing and Conceptual Practice, Painting, Photography and Time-Based Media, Sculpture • Communication - Animation and Film, Graphic Design, Illustration • Design: 3D Product and Spatial • Design: For Theatre, Screen & Performance Students will be introduced to the specialist options within their chosen pathway.
- 5. Pathways & Specialist Options Art • Drawing & Conceptual Practice • Painting • Photography & Time-Based Media • Sculpture Communication • Film and Animation • Graphic Design • Illustration Design • Design for Theatre, Screen & Performance • 3D Product and Spatial Design ALL students will choose a Pathway & Specialist Option with support from academic staff at the end of Part One. Further details of each pathway and what students can expect are in the handout provided.
- 6. How the course is delivered •Studio Projects •Group/Team projects •Drawing/Research assignments on location •Tutorials •Group Crits •Presentations/Performances •Self-directed study •Lectures •Seminars/Discussions •Blogs
- 9. Part 1: Weeks 1-10 Learning Skills and Context This involves 4 units of study which are supported by a period of induction: • Unit 1 Research Methods (How to gather information) • Unit 2 Ideas Development (How to develop ideas and themes) • Unit 3 Materials and Methods (How to place your interests in Professional Contexts) • Unit 4 Evaluation and Reflection
- 10. Part 2: Weeks 10 - 23 Progressions and Development This involves the next 2 units of study: • Unit 5 Integrating research, ideas and methods • Unit 6 Preparation for progression (this includes portfolio preparation, UCAS and Internal UAL progression activities)
- 11. Part 3: 6 Weeks Final Major Project • Students write a project proposal and then undertake the work. • For the last 6 weeks students complete their final major project, culminating in a public exhibition of the work. • Students who pass will be graded as Distinction, Merit or Pass.
- 13. Portfolio Advice Camberwell, Chelsea & Wimbledon College’s of Arts Part of University of the Arts London
- 14. Portfolio Advice We look for: • Visualisation skills - e.g. drawing, photography, 3D work • Research and investigate skills • Creative thinking and problem solving abilities • The use of a range of materials and processes • An interest in art, design, or related subjects
- 15. Portfolio Advice The work in the portfolio should show: • Range of creative skills and techniques • The process of developing ideas including sketchbook work • Evidence of evaluation and selection process • Represent the student’s personality and life experiences • Show potential for future development • Self-directed work that interests and represents the student
- 16. Portfolio Presentation Students should: • Start with a strong, current piece of work that they really like. Make a strong first impression • Bring in more developmental work and show how they reached the stage they have got to. • Finish with another strong piece of work which shows the direction they are wanting to go to next. • Work doesn’t have to be presented in chronological order but it can be helpful to add dates of work to show how you have progressed.
Editor's Notes
- #8: Students are in taught sessions with tutors for 3 days per week. E.g. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Studio from 10.30 am - 4.30pm Wednesday and Friday private study, open studios & workshops, self directed gallery and museum visits.
- #9: Students are in taught sessions with tutors for 3 days per week. E.g. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Studio from 10.30 am - 4.30pm Wednesday and Friday private study, open studios & workshops, self directed gallery and museum visits.
- #10: Students are in taught sessions with tutors for 3 days per week. E.g. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Studio from 10.30 am - 4.30pm Wednesday and Friday private study, open studios & workshops, self directed gallery and museum visits.
- #11: Students are in taught sessions with tutors for 3 days per week. E.g. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Studio from 10.30 am - 4.30pm Wednesday and Friday private study, open studios & workshops, self directed gallery and museum visits.
- #12: Students are in taught sessions with tutors for 3 days per week. E.g. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Studio from 10.30 am - 4.30pm Wednesday and Friday private study, open studios & workshops, self directed gallery and museum visits.