This course is for those who wish to gain extensive practical experience and a thorough theoretical understanding of the subject, perhaps in preparation for study at a higher level. It is designed to equip students with specialist knowledge, skills and understanding within art and design disciplines such as painting, drawing, printing and 3D, whilst nurturing and expanding their historical and cultural knowledge of art through a range of diverse, exciting and challenging tasks. They may progress to the foundation diploma or with appropriate results, a higher education programme such as BA (Hons) fine art course. Alternatively they may find employment in various areas of the art and design industry.