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Pre-Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Design & Media) This course could be your next move if you have just completed your GCSEs or AS Levels and are looking to focus on digital media and design. On successful completion of this course, you can progress onto our Foundation Diplomas and are guaranteed entry if you are recommended by our course tutors. 86 The Course This course provides you with an immersive design and media experience, allowing you to experiment with design processes and develop your ideas. You will study in the university environment, offering you specialist facilities and a team of teaching professionals who work in the creative industries. You will begin the course with a diagnostics period, moving on to a period of experimentation and finally graduating onto more specialised projects in order to build a portfolio. The process seeks to ensure that you will gain the knowledge, skills and confidence required for working independently. Stage 1: This contains compulsory units and covers drawing, primary and secondary research and presentation skills. Stage 2: We introduce you to specialist areas within digital media and design including: fashion and textiles, 3D design, graphic design, photography, broadcasting and film disciplines. Stage 3: Students will select a lead subject area for a six-week major study. Validated by the University of Arts London Awarding Body. Duration: 1 year full-time Term starts: August 2019     Entry requirements: 89 How to apply:   90