Creative Arts (Art and Design) FD

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in developing your creative practice, focusing on practical work and the refinement of both artistic and entrepreneurial skills.<br/><br/>You will enhance your creative and technical abilities while building a professional network on site at our Dean Clough studio and establish industry connections. The course uses a combination of directed and personal briefs which will develop your core skills, enabling you to identify and refine specialist skills and knowledge across digital and traditional approaches.<br/><br/>Year 2 modules have been designed to create a more individualised learning experience that allows you to explore your creative talent and specialist pathway. You’ll benefit from mentorship by industry professionals and gain hands-on experience working on live, work-based projects.<br/><br/>Additionally, collaborative opportunities and an in-depth understanding of the creative industries will support you to progress to the BA (Hons) Creative Arts (Contemporary Art and Design Practice) top-up year or into employment.<br/><br/>During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:<br/><br/>Level 4 Modules <br/><br/>Working in the Creative Industries<br/>Traditional and Digital Material Practice<br/>Working Methods, Sources and References<br/>Individual Project<br/>Level 5 Modules<br/><br/>Specialist Contextual Studies in the Creative Industries<br/>Traditional and Digital Material Practice Personal Pathway<br/>Working in the Creative Industries (2)<br/>Final Major Project: Advanced Specialist Skills/Exhibition<br/>Important Links:<br/><br/>Click HERE for the programme specification.<br/>For a full list of the University Centre’s regulations and policies please click HERE.<br/>Click HERE for The Open University Regulations for Validated Awards.<br/>Click HERE for the University Centre Terms & Conditions.