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Art, Craft and Design

Realise your creative potential on our diverse Art, Craft and Design course at Winstanley College.

Why study Art, Craft and Design?

Are you an all-round student who enjoys many aspects of Art, Craft and Design practice and would like to pursue a varied course? Are you a student who is already focused on a specific pathway? If so then this is the course for you.

You will be introduced to a wide range of exciting drawing techniques designed to give you confidence and build up your skills. You will also be able to opt into a series of workshops in drawing, printmaking, 3D techniques, colour, paint and digital media that will help to extend your skills, enrich your creativity and discover where your strengths and interests lie.

2021 Exhibition

What will I study?

The course provides a stimulating and creative environment, giving you the opportunity to develop and understand a broad range of art activities. You will be taught in a high spec designated studio with access to everything from VR technology to the newly refurbished 3D workshop. You will work towards an exhibition of work at the end of your second year which always highlights the talent, individual personalities, and wide-ranging interests of our young creatives.

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements (other than the College entry points) but consider workload of more than 2 Arts/Perf courses

Which exam board & how will I be assessed?

EDUQAS (WJEC) coursework

Component 1 – Personal investigation (60%).

Component 2 – Externally set assignment (40%).

Internally marked and externally moderated.

Where could it take me?

Studying A-level Art, Craft and Design can be the first step toward an exciting creative career. A popular route for our students is progressing to our thriving Art Foundation course, which is highly valued by prestigious art institutions. This course helps prepare you for university or the workplace by developing your skills, creativity, and portfolio. Whether your aspirations lie in fine art, architecture, illustration, animation, games design, fashion, product design or sculpture, A-level Art offers the perfect foundation. It allows you to explore a wide range of media and techniques, helping you find your artistic voice and future direction.

For further information on careers in Art, Craft and Design, please visit:

Creative arts and design job profiles | Prospects.ac.ukTo explore top-ranked universities for studying Art, Craft and Design and view available courses, please visit:

Best UK universities for fine art – league table | Art | The GuardianTo see the current jobs available with a Art, Craft and Design degree, please visit:

9 careers in art and design (plus duties and salaries) | Indeed.com UK

Subject combinations

Creative courses can be studied alongside any combination of courses. Most popular are Graphics, Photography, Textiles, any English course, Psychology, Sociology, IT, Media, Performing Arts courses, Maths and Physics with architecture in mind.

What support is available?

When you enrol we will make sure that you are receiving all the support you need, such as extra time in your exams, help with written analysis/annotation or practical support from our two specialist Art Technicians. Studios are always available in your independent study time. If you are keen to pursue a creative future, you will receive help with choosing which university and which course is right for you.

What extracurricular activities are available?

In recent years students have enjoyed reference gathering trips to, Morocco, Berlin, Madrid, London, Liverpool, and Manchester. Throughout the year and across the courses and disciplines there are opportunities to enter internal and external competitions and live briefs. At the end of the second year you also have the chance to present your highly creative and individual work in a summer exhibition.