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A degree in the field of Art & Design opens up hundreds of careers in a whole range of sectors and industries globally. At Kings we aim to facilitate a broad and

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Specialist facilities

Expert teaching

Personalised support and learning

Enrichment opportunities

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Sample specialisms:

 Fine Art

 Fashion Design

 Architecture

 Interior Design

 Illustration

 Animation

 Product Design

 Film

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Art & Design Foundation

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varied introduction to Art & Design through different processes, techniques and the exploration of art history, helping our students to identify their strengths and interests before embarking on a specific degree course at one of the UK’s excellent arts universities.

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Kingston University Joint Offer 42 Programme UWE Bristol Joint Offer Programme

A-level Art and Design

Art in Advanced Level Foundation

Art & Design Preparation Programme

English Plus Art & Design

Oxford 50 Brighton 52

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Those who choose to study Art & Design in the UK will be immersed in one of the richest cultural heritages in the world. They will also be following in the footsteps of some of the most renowned and progressive names in advertising, design and fashion, including Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood, Jimmy Choo and Apple’s Chief Design Officer, Jonathan Ive. A world-leader in creative innovation Historically, the UK has been responsible for many world-leading innovations that have reshaped the creative industries. These include introducing the first moving colour pictures, the first Teletext service, and more recently, being home to the first newspaper brand — The Independent — to fully integrate augmented reality into daily editorial content. Inspirational cities with thriving arts scenes Whilst London is undeniably one of the most exciting and inspiring cities in the world for a student of Art & Design to base themselves in, there are many other places in the UK which have also become known for their arts scene on an international level, including Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds and Bristol. All of these vibrant university cities have welcomed our Art & Design alumni.

Outstanding arts-focused universities The UK is home to a wealth of excellent universities, including many who regularly rank in the Top 20 for Art & Design globally. In 2018, four of the QS Top Universities for Art & Design were located in the UK. Within the field of Art & Design there are many specialisms, and many UK universities are particularly highly regarded in a particular field. Kingston University, for example, was ranked 2nd in the world in the Times Higher Education best undergraduate fashion schools category and 2nd for fashion and textiles in the Guardian’s 2018 University Guide.

Universities and degree courses our students have progressed to include

Architecture and Art & Design at B Newcastle University (6*) (1*)

Kings offers progression to UWE Bristol and Kingston University through our Joint Offer Programmes. See pages 40-43 for more information.

Architecture and Art & Design at C UWE Bristol (9*) (14*) Architecture at D University of Kent (12*)

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Architecture at A University of Sheffield (3*)

Architecture at E University of Edinburgh (13*)

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Architecture at F University of Nottingham (15*) Architecture at G University of Dundee (17*) Architecture at H Oxford Brookes University (18*) Architecture at I University of Manchester (20*)

Art & Design and Illustration at J University of Leeds (11*)

Art & Design at Bangor K University (12*) Graphic Design at Nottingham L Trent University (13*)

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Interior Design at M Kingston University (14*) Fashion Marketing at University N of Southampton (17*)

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Fine Art at O Goldsmiths University (17*) Games Design at P Brunel University (19*)

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Fashion Design at Q De Montfort University (23*)

Art & Design and Illustration at S Leeds Arts University (36*)

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Product Design at Central Saint T Martins (UAL) (53*) *(Subject ranking for Architecture) *(Subject ranking for Art & Design) According to the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.

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Fine Arts at Bournemouth Arts R University (25*)

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AT KINGS At Kings, our students benefit from specialised pathways in the field of Art & Design and specialist facilities which help them thrive and advance. Every student will have a range of areas they are keen to study, and at Kings, they are supported by professional teachers to decide on their future area of focus. With a maximum of 10 students for Art and Design, small classes are a feature of all Kings courses. We consider our high student to teacher ratio essential for personalised and supported learning, which, along with extensive opportunities for enrichment, leads to further academic success in the arts.

SPECIALISED PATHWAYS

SPECIALIST FACILITIES

EXPERT TEACHING

SMALL CLASSES

PERSONALISED LEARNING

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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At Kings, all students of Art & Design benefit from a wide range of specialist facilities and resources which ensure they can work to the best of their creative capacity. This includes their own dedicated workspace with extended access, allowing them to fully develop their ideas using whatever materials and forms they like, at hours not confined to class times.

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iMacs are available at each location

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Students benefit from their own dedicated workspace

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Kings Oxfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art facility includes a photography studio with backdrops and camera equipment

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Mannequins are available to any students specialising in fashion or textiles

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Our Art & Design programmes benefit from expert teaching staff, who are experienced in, and passionate about, their field. All are specialists in teaching international students, who maintain and advance their creative professions alongside their teaching commitments at Kings. Our students also benefit from input sessions with a range of experts both on and off site, including lectures and portfolio guidance from faculty members at both Kingston University and UWE Bristol.

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“ I have over 25 years’ enjoyable experience of working with post-16 students of all nationalities across Art & Design at National Diploma, Foundation and degree levels. I was an Art Foundation lecturer at Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design from 1992 – 2003 and then moved to teach on Fashion, Surface Pattern and Fine Art BA courses at Northbrook College (University of Brighton) until 2014. I paint the other half of the week and my work is shown internationally, and by galleries in London and Oxford. ” Kate Montgomery Art Teacher

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The high teacher to student ratio across all Kings programmes means that every studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning is carefully tailored and monitored to ensure the best possible success. Within the art department in particular, the wealth and variety of expertise among our staff means that students are guaranteed the specialist support they need to reach their specific goals for university and beyond.

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At Kings, we open the art studio as far as possible to the wider artistic world, offering many opportunities, on many levels, for students to become stimulated, curious and engaged in art. This includes participating in regular art excursions, which offer students the chance to learn new skills and explore new art venues. With locations in some of the UK’s most renowned destinations for Art & Design, we also ensure that our students get plenty of opportunity to visit, and be inspired by, local places of interest. Included in this are venues such as Brighton’s iconic Pavilion, and Oxford’s Ashmolean Museum.

Art Foundation students enjoy learning new skills and techniques at Wytham Woods, the University of Oxford research woodland

The London Design Museum is one of many sources of inspiration

Oxford’s Ashmolean Museum

Brighton’s unique pavilion

The Headington Shark is one of Oxford’s most iconic pieces of public art

Brighton is well known for its street art scene

The interior of Tate Modern, a popular excursion destination

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An installation on the front of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum

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Bournemouth’s prestigious Russell-Cotes museum and gallery

Renowned British artist Banksy is from Bristol, home of UWE, but now has artworks across the UK and the world

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A fashion show organised by students at Kings London

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A ceramics workshop gives students the chance to work with clay and learn from a pottery expert

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Most students who intend to take an Art & Design degree in the UK are required to do a Foundation year before starting university. One of the primary aims of this is to encourage students to explore their creative abilities, and to establish which areas of Art & Design most interest them. The Foundation also provides an excellent basis for the preparation of a portfolio on which applicants are assessed for university entry. For international students, the Kings Art Foundation has the additional benefit of helping improve language skills and adapt to UK study in preparation for university.

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“ When I first started the course, I had no idea of what university I might go to in the coming year. I did not even know about what specific degree I was going to take in university. My Art teacher Kate had assisted me to select my potential pathway through identifying my strengths and weaknesses from my visual work. During the first term, I was told that my style of works have many similarities with illustration, since then I began to narrow down my development from various Art & Design areas to illustration. ” Pak Fai Chui

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“ As there are very few students, the teachers can really focus on each individual person. Because I can call the teachers by their first names everything feels very personal here — it kind of feels like a big family home. I’m looking forward to future projects and what I can make and focus on that’s relevant to my pathway — I’m interested in games design so I would like to make more illustrations and digital work, which would be relevant for my future. ” Annabelle Greenaway

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“ Through my Foundation course, I have learned to present to an audience, which has given me the confidence and improved the language I needed to present work critically however, my Japanese school did not have such a great opportunity. Studying here with so many different people from different cultures has definitely improved my potential, not just the way I speak but also the way I think. Moreover, I am enjoying the freedom and the experimental nature of this process.” Chiemi Nobata

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The Kings Art Foundation is specifically designed to provide the core skills required for all art related degrees, before enabling students to focus on a particular specialism in preparation for university. Students who complete this programme will progress straight to Year 1 of their university degree. Locations: Brighton, London, Oxford Start dates: September, January Entry level: Academic: Completed 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 years of schooling English: IELTS 5.0 Minimum age: 17 Length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms) Extended Art & Design Foundation of 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 terms including Art & Design Preparation Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study).

Accreditation The Kings Art & Design Foundation has Pearson assured status, awarded after an annual Pearson audit of quality assurance.

Applying for the Art & Design Foundation Students who wish to apply for this programme are required to submit a portfolio as part of their application. See p. 21 for more details.

Term 2 — Development and Progression

Our joint admissions programmes with respected universities Kingston University and UWE Bristol enable our students to progress to a range of excellent degrees, and to benefit from the following during their course at Kings:

At this stage, students have built a wide understanding of the areas of Art & Design, and the elements they are more interested in developing: from here, students begin to decide the area they will focus on in their degree level studies. Students will work with a dedicated tutor, depending on the area of art they chose to specialise in.

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Portfolio guidance and workshops On-campus art residentials Guest lectures

Students’ portfolios and research will take many different forms depending on their chosen specialty: this can be in sketch books, written word, 3D and 2D designs.

See pages 42 and 44 for more information.

Unit 5: Integrated Art & Design

The Art & Design Foundation course consists of modules in Art & Design (80%) and Communication and Study Skills (20%).

Unit aim: To enable students to fully integrate research, ideas and methods within the context of a chosen art or design subject effectively.

Term 1 — Learning skills and context

Unit 6: Preparation for Progression in Art & Design

The first part in the creative journey, this is where students will start to raise questions about Art & Design that they will spend the year answering: inspiration will come from personal experiences, reading around topics, use of different materials and primary research through off-site and gallery visits. Unit 1: Art & Design Research Methods Unit aim: To enable students to develop a research method which demonstrates contextual awareness, ability to interpret and evaluate information and that can be applied effectively. Unit 2: Ideas and Development

Unit 3: Materials and Methods Unit aim: To enable students to develop the application of materials and methods to explore and solve creative solutions, safely and effectively Unit 4: Evaluation and Reflection Unit aim: To enable students to develop planning, recording, analytical, reflective and to evaluate skills which support their own learning. CSS IELTS and presentation input, interviews and how to present work

CSS IELTS and Assignment input.

Term 3 — Proposal and Realisation The final term is the culmination of students’ research, initial ideas, design and development. This is showcased through the cross-college public fashion show that students design and run. Unit 7: Project Proposal and Realisation of Final Major Project culminating in a public exhibition. Aim: To enable students to take responsibility for their own learning by demonstrating their achievement in proposing and realising a project which integrates contextual perspective, research, problem solving, planning and organisation, evaluation and reflection, and practical, technical and presentation skills. Working to briefs, students will produce both two-dimensional and three-dimensional work part of which will reflect their specialist subject area.

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Unit aim: To enable students to develop ideas within the context of Art & Design using a broad range of approaches appropriately and effectively.

Unit aim: To enable students to develop skills with which they can make best use of appropriate progression opportunities.

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Course structure and content

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Direct progression to great universities

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All students on the Art & Design Foundation take part in weekly presentations and peer evaluation. These presentations ensure students are fully prepared for interviews that the more competitive universities and courses will require students to complete for admission.

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Sample academic calendar September Key work and projects (September starters)

Key work and projects (January starters)

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zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing

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October zz Unit 2 zz Personal statements/ UCAS applications

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zz Art residential (2 day): UWE Bristol zz UCAS Create your Future visit London zz University Input session: Creative futures (Kingston) zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing Half term

November zz Unit 3 zz Personal statements/ UCAS applications

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zz Kings University fair zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing zz University input session: Portfolio guidance (Kingston)

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December zz Unit 4 zz Personal statements/ UCAS applications zz Art/CSS Joint presentation in London —

zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing

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zz Unit 5/Unit 6 zz E-portfolios zz Personal statements/ UCAS applications zz CSS Research essay

zz Unit 5/Unit 6 zz University applications/ interviews zz CSS Research essay zz CSS Reflective essay

zz Unit 6/Unit 7 zz University applications/ interviews zz CSS Reflective essay

zz Unit 1/Unit 2

zz Unit 2/Unit 3

zz Unit 3/4 zz Personal statements/ UCAS applications

zz University Input session: Portfolio guidance (Kingston/ UWE) zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing zz Art residential (2 day): UWE Bristol (January starters

zz Kings University fair zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing

zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing

UCAS deadline (September starters)

Half term

Weekly life drawing may take the form of a day-long life drawing workshop, rather than weekly sessions, and in some locations may be figure drawing

UCAS deadline (January starters)

All students who wish to apply for the Art & Design Foundation must submit a portfolio as part of their application. What should a portfolio consist of?

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zz Unit 7 zz Agree final major projects zz Hang exhibition zz Mid-project presentations

zz Unit 7 zz Exhibition week zz CSS mock and final exams

zz Unit 5/Unit 6 zz Art/CSS Joint presentation zz E-portfolios

zz Unit 7 zz Develop initial major project proposal zz CSS Research essay

zz Unit 7 zz Agree final major projects zz Mid-project presentations

zz Museum/ gallery visit zz Weekly life drawing

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zz Unit 7 zz Hang exhibition zz Exhibition week zz CSS mock and final exams

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We ask students to submit a minimum of 10 sheets of work with a maximum of 20 sheets. They should also send a short written statement (max 200 words), about their experience in art, craft and/or design, why they would like to do this course and what degree subjects they are considering.

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Students may include 3D work: for example garments, models, sculptures or maquettes, items of jewellery or body ornament. They may have to send photos of these. If they have done design work for any of these pieces, they should include it.

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zz Unit 7 zz Develop initial major project proposal

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The portfolio should show the range of work students have done in the last two years, either in classes or in their own time. We advise them to show work done in a variety of media and materials, and they should also include: à A ny approaches to drawing, such as experimental drawing, quick planning sketches and direct observational drawing. à A ny work relevant to the specialist area(s) they are considering (for example fashion or fine art). à A ny museum studies or work inspired by other artists, designers or craftspeople. à Some developmental work — not just finished pieces — showing how they explore a subject or theme and experiment with ideas visually. It would be good to see examples of sketchbook work.

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Preparing a portfolio for the Kings Art & Design Foundation

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PATHWAYS The areas that our Art & Design Foundation students focus on are broad and varied. Specialisms which are especially popular and therefore quite commonly selected are highlighted in the following pages, shown with examples of student work. Other options, such as fashion photography and jewellery design, are also possible.

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FINE ART Fine Art is the making and study of visual art. It educates and prepares students to become artists and to follow other practices that are aligned to the making of art. Historically, fine art encompassed painting, sculpture, drawing and printmaking. It represents all aspects of the human experience in a variety of ways, using different methods.

“ My ambition is that I will be able to create similar opportunities for the next generation of artists in my country. I believe that gaining experience in different circumstances, making worldwide connections, will lead to a broader, more open mind. ” Chiemi Nobata from Japan, progressed to study Fine Art at Arts University Bournemouth

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“ I think it was crucial for me to come here to get to know how contemporary art is nowadays. This Foundation is accepted in many places in Europe, and now I’m going to Florence to study in the Fine Art Academy. Kings has given me all of what I needed to know and I am very satisfied ” Valentina Botero Estrada from Colombia, progressed to study Fine Art at the Fine Art Academy Florence. Watch a video of Valentina:

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Siti Eisyah Binti Mat Shah from Malaysia, progressed to study Fine Art (Sculpture) at the University of the Arts, London

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Alumni who specialised in Fine Art

Sung Hee Kim from Korea, progressed to study Fine Art and Chelsea College of Art (UAL) OUR LOCATIONS

Marie-Anne Maurane Gadeau from France, progressed to study Fine Art at Goldsmiths Rosie Anderson from the UK, progressed to study Fine Art at Leeds Arts University Images show examples of Kings students’ work

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FASHION

DESIGN Fashion design constitutes the design, production and marketing of clothing, and can range from industrial to leisure goods across a range of sectors. Students are taught to develop and design fashion ideas from a range of starting points, and how to plan, visually illustrate, and construct their designs.

Nahoko Kubara from Japan, progressed to study Fashion at Instituto Marangoni, London

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Alumni who specialised in Fashion

Ya Lu Huang (Elise) from China, progressed to London College of Fashion (UAL) to study Fashion Management

Nagima Tleupova from Kazakhstan, progressed to Middlesex University to study Fashion Communication and Styling

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“ Apart from the vast amounts of attention that students receive from the tutors, [there] is an amazing stream of inspiration coming from the staff. I’ve always been fascinated by the amount of care they put into relationships and their involvement with students’ lives including their successes and difficulties. ” Kristina Kurkina from Russia (pictured left), progressed to Kingston University to study Fashion

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Merve Edis from Turkey, progressed to University of the Arts London to study Fashion Marketing

Seohu Kim (South Korea), Alena Karimova (Russia), Yimei Chen (China) progressed to Ravensbourne (Yimei and Alena) and Instituto Marangoni Milan (Seohu). Watch a video of Alena, Seohu and Yimei by following the QR code: OUR LOCATIONS

Ju Hyun Joung from South Korea, progressed to study Fashion Marketing at the University of Southampton

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ARCHITECTURE

Studying Architecture means working on the design of all types of buildings from domestic to public, internal and external space. An understanding of how people want to use space is vital for this area of study.

“ I’m doing Landscape Architecture. So far it’s been an interesting course — really fun, and it contains loads of subjects. You have to work with plants, plus there’s ecology, and also geology, and you have to think about moneyrelated issues because you’ll be working in a company (eventually). ” Rong Han from China, progressed to the University of Edinburgh to study Landscape Architecture

Daria Illarionova from Ukraine, progressed to study Architecture at the University of Westminster

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Elsa Nayol Antonio Cristovao from Angola, progressed to study Architecture at the Glasgow School of Art

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Alumni who specialised in Architecture

Viano Helen Oniomoh from Nigeria, progressed to study Architecture at the University of Manchester

Thomas Grunberg from Belgium, progressed to study Architecture at the University of Westminster

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Jiahao Li from China, progressed to study Structural Engineering with Architecture at the University of Edinburgh

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“ My teachers knew I wanted to come to Brookes. They did lots of research on my behalf and invited some of the lecturers to come and talk to us in the college. Every time I came here I would have lots of support from my art teacher, when I had to do my portfolio as well they were very helpful ” Ana Sofia da Silva Ferraz from Angola, progressed to study Architecture at Oxford Brookes University

Image shows example of Kings student work

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INTERIOR

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As an Interior Designer or Architect you will work with the spaces that people use in all aspects of their lives, from private houses and social areas such as bars, restaurants, exhibition/ event spaces, to places of work which could be offices, commercial buildings or factories. For this specialism, an understanding of how people use their spaces is vital.

Siu Cheung Alice Lau from Hong Kong, progressed to study Interior and Spatial Design at Chelsea College of Art (UAL)

Helga Alexandra Sousa Milagre from Angola, progressed to study Interior Architecture and Design at Arts University Bournemouth

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Li Linshan from China progressed to study Interior Design at UAL

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Lara Al Dirani from Syria progressed to study Interior Architecture and Design at Arts University Bournemouth OUR PROGRAMMES

Zifeng Ou from China, progressed to study Interior Architecture at the University of Brighton

Philippe De Posch from Belgium, progressed to study Interior Design at Sheffield Hallam University OUR LOCATIONS

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ILLUSTRATION

Illustration involves transforming words and concepts to pictures, and is a specialism that can be applied to both traditional and digital media â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from printed publications such as childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books or magazines, to gaming and other online platforms.

“ Taking this course — visual communication — which is really wide, will give me the opportunity to be able to work in lots of different domains. I hope I’m going to do lots of different things and work for lots of different people. ” Julie Dekimpe from Switzerland, progressed to study Visual Communication at Leeds Arts University

Namen Basil from Colombia, progressed to study Illustration and Visual Communication at the University of Westminster

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Pak Fai Chui from Hong Kong, progressed to study Illustration at University of Leeds

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Minjin Cho from China, progressed to study Illustration at London College of Communication (UAL)

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“ Kings definitely helped me build a varied portfolio, it even had architecture in it. I’m studying illustration but I think that kind of helped the course leaders — when they were interviewing me — to see a wide range of skills. ” Hazal Özkeleş from Turkey, progressed to study Illustration at Leeds Arts University. Read more on page 41.

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Alumni who specialised in Illustration

Images show examples of Kings students’ work

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ANIMATION

This area of specialism includes 2D and 3D, stop-frame and computer animation. Specialising in this area could lead on to working on animation and special effects in the film industry, into 3D graphic design and advertising or into the games industry.

“ Starting at Kings has been a challenge but also it helped me a lot to develop into my art and animation itself. I have never done any animation before and Kings really helped me to experiment more. ”

Hae Kyoung Ko from South Korea progressed to study Visual Effects and Motion Graphics at Brunel University

Manuela Romero Serra from Venezuela, progressed to study Animation Production at Arts University Bournemouth

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Grete Liine Vood from Estonia, progressed to study Cartoon & Comic Arts at Staffordshire University

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Isabel Tejada Carrasco from Panama, progressed to study Animation at Nottingham Trent University. Read more on page 40.

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Alumni who specialised in animation

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Images show stills from Kings students’ animation projects

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DESIGN

As a product designer, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be able to influence and improve the world around you, making products from scratch to the final prototype. Ideal for students with backgrounds in art, product design offers a mix of creativity, manufacturing and materials and commercial awareness.

Dong Han from China, progressed to study Product Design at UAL

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Zhengzheng Huang from China progressed to study Product Design at the University of Leeds (pictured left)

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“ I was really sure I wanted to study Product Design. Staff at Kings helped me look through the different universities and find which would be suitable for me. We found that Leeds is the best choice for me. The staff first listened to my requirements – what kind of course I would prefer and what kind of cities. I really enjoyed the time preparing my portfolio at Kings. I liked my working journey, the changing ideas and was really pleased with my final outcome. This portfolio brought me to Leeds and helped me to get a scholarship here.. ”

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Mathilde Wittock from Belgium, progressed to study Product Design at Central Saint Martins (UAL) OUR LOCATIONS

Eunseo Kim, from South Korea, progressed to study Product Design at Middlesex University

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FILM SPECIALIST PATHWAY

The study of Film includes components such as the early history of film, film genres, experimental art films, developing themes, filmmaking stages, pre-production, post production, filming techniques and equipment.

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Andrea Victoria Perez Nieto from Venezuela, progressed to study Film Studies at Bangor University

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“ I have had the interest of studying film since I was in school. Kings was really helpful when deciding my first and second choice. After talking to my advisor at Kings, they made sure I took the right decision, and today I am very thankful for their support and coaching.” Sheryn Marie Yidi David from Colombia, progressed to study Film Production at UCA

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Shiqi Zhang from China, progressed to study Film Practices at Newcastle University

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Mariana Nasciemento from Brazil, progressed to study Film Production at University for the Creative Arts before returning to her home country to work for a renowned film production company. Read an interview with her on our Kings Life blog.

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Alumni who specialised in Film

Images show stills from Kings students’ film projects

“ My lecturers and professors are very friendly. They know a lot about animation. They have been in the industry and they know about a lot of things. My year at Kings helped me in a lot of ways. It helped me with academic things like when I had to apply to university and the interviews and portfolio itself. I built up a very strong portfolio at Kings. It was amazing — I got to practise life drawing, and now I’ve got more experience in this because of Kings. Going to Kings for a year and getting used to the British culture and the accents also meant it wasn’t that shocking when I came to university because I already got that year as a base. I grew more independent and it was the best thing I could ever have done, coming from Panama to do this Art Foundation. ” Isabel Tejada Carrasco from Panama, progressed to study Animation at Nottingham Trent University. Follow the QR code to watch her video, and visit the Kings Art Instagram @kingsartanddesign to see some of Isabel’s final project work

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“ In the beginning of the year we were experimenting with what to do — Art Foundation means that you have to go through different kinds of art to realise what you want to do. That beginning part was really helpful for me to understand what I liked or what I hated and didn’t want to do at all. OUR LOCATIONS

I’m absolutely pleased with the university — I don’t think I could have made a better choice! I especially love the fact that it’s a specialist arts university so all I get is artists, friends and tutors that are actually in the industry. ” Hazal Özkeleş from Turkey, progressed to study Illustration at Leeds Arts University Follow the QR code to watch her video

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“ I am energised by the creativity coming out of the Royal College, St Martin’s and Kingston University... which are my recruiting grounds ” Paul Smith, interview in The London Magazine

Kingston University

As well as an offer from Kings, this exciting programme provides our Art Foundation students with a conditional offer from Kingston. Located in south west London, Kingston School of Art has long been recognised as one of the best Art & Design schools in teaching and research globally. Art & Design students at Kingston benefit from outstanding facilities, including Animation studios, Digital Media workshops, a photography suite and a printmaking studio.

A particular specialism for which Kingston University is renowned is fashion and textiles. It was ranked 2nd in the world in the Times Higher Education best undergraduate fashion schools category and 2nd for fashion and textiles in the Guardian’s 2018 University Guide.

Preparing students for the global fashion stage

Key advantages

Kingston alumni have gained senior positions in global fashion companies including Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Paul Smith, All Saints, Alexander McQueen, Club Monaco, Margiela and Saint Laurent. Graduates with successful own labels include Sophie Hulme, Joshua Kane, Charli Cohen and Amy Powney, design director for Mother of Pearl.

1. Conditional offer from Kingston University You’ll have an offer from Kingston before you leave home.

Kingston students regularly participate in international fashion competitions by top brands such as Burberry, Mulberry and Coach. Students at Kingston also have the chance to apply and develop their skills in live contexts such as work placements, study abroad, volunteering and mentoring.

2. Portfolio guidance Faculty staff from the university will visit you at Kings to give portfolio guidance and workshops. 3. Guest lectures University staff will come and give diagnostic talks to you and your peers at Kings on topics such as “Creative Futures”, which will focus on the various degrees open to you and, what careers they can lead to etc.

Possible degree programmes  Architecture  Art & Design History and Practice  Creative Industries: Art Direction  Creative Industries: Curation, Exhibition and Events

 Creative Industries: Design Marketing  Fashion  Film Cultures  Filmmaking  Fine Art  Fine Art and Art History

 Graphic Design  Illustration Animation  Interior Design  Photography  Product and Furniture Design

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“ Bristol is a friendly city, full of friendly artists — an inclusive group of likeminded creatives who want to share their experiences and their passion. ” Time Out

UWE Bristol

As well as an offer from Kings, this exciting programme provides our Art Foundation students with a conditional offer from UWE Bristol. Located in the bustling and artistic city of Bristol, home of world-renowned street artist Banksy, UWE is one of the UK’s premier providers of Art & Design degrees. UWE Bristol is currently ranked in the top 20 by the Complete University Guide and also has a Gold rating in the teaching excellence framework (TEF) by Times Higher Education.

The University offers a huge range of Art & Design related courses, and has a strong emphasis on making its students industry ready, encouraging placements, internships and travelling abroad for the experience. They offer a range of print facilities, and are currently benefiting from a £7 million investment in their design studios.

Key advantages 1. Conditional offer from UWE You’ll have an offer from UWE before you leave home. 2. Portfolio guidance Faculty staff from the university will collaborate with you to make sure you produce the best possible portfolio for the degree requirements.

3. On-campus residentials These 2-day programmes will give you the chance to explore the campus, visit the art department and take part in activities including print screening, which you can use to add to your own portfolio. You will also have the opportunity to visit a local gallery. 4. Guest lectures University staff will come to talk to you and your peers at Kings about artrelated subjects.

Possible degree programmes  Animation  Architectural Technology and Design  Creative Music Technology  Digital Media

 Drama  Drawing and Print  Fashion Textiles  Fashion Communication

 Filmmaking  Film Studies and Literature  Fine Art  Photography

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A-levels are widely regarded as the ‘Gold Standard’ qualification for top universities in Britain, and the rest of the world. They are suitable for the most able students intent on the most competitive degrees, and generally require the in-depth study of three different subjects over two academic years. Art & Design A-level students are required to have either completed a GCSE in the subject, or taken Kings Art & Design Preparation Programme. Locations: Brighton, Bournemouth, London, Oxford Start dates: September, January Entry level: Academic: Completed 10 years of High School with documented proof of excellent grades English: IELTS 5.5 (5.0 in reading and writing) or equivalent A Skype interview may be required. An Extended course of 7 – 10 terms is available for students with lower language levels (minimum IELTS 4.0). Length: 2 Academic Years (6 terms)

Completing an A-level in Art and Design can lead to a whole host of degree courses. Taken alongside two other subjects of your choosing, it can be used to access courses such as Architecture, Art History, or even an applied Art and Design degree, although often this will still require students to do an Art Foundation course prior to beginning Year 1 (see page 14). Some students choose to take A-level Art as a way to complement very academic subjects with a more creative option, or to further an interest which they have but are perhaps not certain of pursuing at university level.

Course content A-level Art students develop investigative, analytical, experimental, practical, technical, and expressive skills, an aesthetic understanding and critical judgement. They also gain an understanding of the inter-relationships between art, craft and design, and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate as well as knowledge and understanding of art, craft and design in contemporary society and in other times and cultures. For full details of the A-level Art programme, including syllabus, see the dedicated factsheet.

Ideal for students who: zz Want to study Art and Design along two other subjects in preparation for going to one of the UK’s top universities zz Want access to a wide range of degree programmes, not necessarily with a solely art/design focus zz Are interested in Art and would like more time to establish whether an Art focused degree is the right choice

Tina Deng Completed A-levels in Art, Maths, Further Maths and Physics Now studying Architecture at the University of Edinburgh

Mira Merali Completed A-levels in Art, Politics, Russian and History Now studying Art and the History of Art at the University of Art, Norwich

Fatemah Hashemi Completed A-levels in Art,Physics,Maths and Further Maths Now studying Architecture at the University of California

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Locations: Brighton, Bournemouth, London, Oxford Start dates: September, January

English: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. An Extended course of 4 – 7 terms is available for students with lower language levels (minimum IELTS 4.0). Length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms) Ideal for students who: zz Want to study Art and Design along two other subjects in preparation for university zz Want access to a wide range of degree programmes, not necessarily with an applied art/design focus zz Are looking for a course which is one academic year in length

Art and Design module content Studying the Art & Design module, students will learn how to: zz communicate ideas in visual form zz paint and draw in various media for different purposes zz recognise and use the expressive potential in different materials and processes zz make connections between their own work and that of other artists and designers, past and present zz use effectively the resources of museums and galleries and draw on these for ideas and inspiration zz articulate a personal view of the subject For full details of the Art and Design module of the Advanced Level Foundation, including syllabus, see the dedicated factsheet.

Irina Gorskaia Studied modules in Art & Design, Politics and Human Geography. Now studying Fashion, Media and Marketing at Winchester University

Saruj Tangtaratorn Studied modules in Art & Design, Economics and Mathematics . Now studying Music, Theatre and Entertainment Management at Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts

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The Kings Advanced Level Foundation course gives you the option to select three subject specific ‘modules’ alongside academic study skills and IT. Art and Design is one of the many subjects offered, and can be studied alongside any other two.

Naheemat Mustapha Studied modules in Art & Design, Geography and Mathematics. Now studying Architecture at the University of Edinburgh

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Entry level: Academic: Completion of 11 years of High School with documented proof of very good results.

Popular degree choices for those students who take Art & Design as part of the Advanced Level Foundation are Architecture, Film Production and Fashion Marketing. Generally, it leads to degrees that – if related to art and design – are not ‘applied’ in nature.

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The Advanced Level Foundation is a one-year course for students who are seeking places at leading UK universities. It is based on the A-level syllabus and therefore recognised by the widest variety of UK Higher Education institutions.

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The Art & Design Preparation Programme at Kings is perfect for students who need to develop their portfolio and/or their language level prior to a main art-related course. As such is it highly flexible and adaptable to your specific needs, and has been carefully designed to integrate with several art-related programmes at Kings. Locations: Brighton, London, Oxford Start dates: September, January, April Entry level: Minimum age 16. Minimum IELTS 4.0. Completed 11 years of schooling. Length: 1 – 3 terms Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12

Programme structure The programme comprises two main modules — the Portfolio Development module and the English Language Development module. These can be adapted to the needs of each student. So, for example,a student with a strong portfolio but a need to improve their English, will focus on the English Development module. Students who need to improve their general art skills or develop their experience and body of work will focus more on portfolio development. Portfolio Development The Portfolio Development module begins with a general introduction to the main Art & Design areas. Students will develop their skills and experience in both 2D and 3D disciplines. Gradually, they will build their portfolio and we will work with them to ensure they showcase their skills and abilities in the best possible light. English Language Development Students will take a broad skills-based programme, progressing from a general English focus to a more specialist focus. They will gain the vocabulary and language skills required for further study in high-level Art & Design disciplines. They will also develop essential study skills so they are prepared for the demands of art-related courses at Kings and beyond. Assessment Assessment is an integral part of the course. It is continuous and formative.

Progression options Depending on students’ ambitions and intentions, the Art & Design Preparation Programme can lead to a range of specialist Art & Designrelated programmes at Kings.

AND DESIGN Language skills developed include: Reading Writing Listening Speaking Comprehension Grammar Vocabulary Pronunciation

Locations: Oxford, London

English Plus Art & Design is a flexible course which allows a broad range of students to gain a different, personally tailored experience in Art & Design. Students can attend with highly varying previous study in Art & Design, from degree level, or pre-masters students to complete beginners.

Start dates: Every Monday Maximum class size: 14 in English, 10 in Art Length: Minimum 2 weeks (no maximum) Lessons: 28 lessons (21 hours) per week: Language lessons per week (15 hours), Art & Design lessons per week (6 hours), Independent work on course projects (6 hours) Minimum age: 16 (average age range 18 – 30)

Art skills developed include: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Photography, Fashion/ textiles, practical 3-D Design for example, modelling, construction and design process including drawing. Kings Oxford also offers Stop Frame Animation, Graphic Design, Illustration

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Many students want to work on their drawing skills, either for themselves or for courses for which they are planning to apply. Students who are taking art further are keen to get portfolio advice and expertise to prepare effectively for art courses or job applications. English classes are usually in the morning. The six hours of Art & Design classes are timetabled for afternoons. The Art & Design content of the course is determined by the student, and is structured around their experience and interests. Art & Design techniques The course provides students with opportunities to practise different processes. All students will achieve an understanding of how Art & Design is taught in the UK through project work which will develop their creative thinking.

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This course is for students who need to improve their English while practising their Art & Design skills or preparing a portfolio of artwork. It combines General English with specialist Art & Design-related disciplines.

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Oxford is one of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most historic and beautiful cities, with architecture that attracts visitors from all over the world. It is home to a wealth of contemporary and historical galleries and museums, and Oxfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art staff have strong links with the University of Oxford, the Ruskin School of Art and Oxford Brookes University. Art & Design programmes take place at our dedicated new art facility in the heart of Oxford.

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Kings Oxford comprises several campuses in this iconic university city. Our brand new Art & Design facility is based right in the heart of Oxford, surrounded by historic university colleges, and a street away from our Alfred Street building. This standalone facility benefits from four separate studios, a Mac and photography studio and a dedicated exhibition space where students can display their work.

Art facilities Four fully-equipped art studio spaces

Printing press Sewing machines and fashion mannequins Screen printing facilities Computers with Adobe Creative Suite Student lounge area

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Photography studio with backdrops and camera equipment

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Location: Central England, one hour from London by train Population: 155,000 Nearest airports: Heathrow Airport, Birmingham International Airport, Luton Airport Nearest cities: London, Birmingham Journey time to London: 1 hour

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BRIGHTON

Brighton is a city that is synonymous with the arts. The most famous component of the arts scene is arguably the annual Arts Festival in May, which attracts artists, photographers, dancers and actors from all over the world. A particular highlight of the festival is the ‘Artists Open Houses’, which enables artists and photographers to display their work in their own homes as well as other permanent exhibition venues. One of the city’s two large universities, the University of Brighton, has an excellent reputation for Art & Design programmes in particular.

Kings Brighton

Light, modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities provide an exceptional learning environment, and the on-site residence and cafeteria make it the perfect place for international students who are looking for a home away from home.

A large well-lit art and design studio Sewing machines Fashion mannequins Screen printing facilities Apple Macs with Adobe Creative Suite with further access in the learning centre

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Our brand new, purpose-built college is located in a vibrant, student-centred area of the city close to shops, restaurants, transport hubs and the beach. It is directly opposite one of Brighton’s most popular parks.

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Accommodation à On-site residence with single, en suite bedrooms à Student houses à Homestay

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Location: South coast Population: 280,000 Nearest airports: Gatwick, Heathrow Nearest cities: London, Portsmouth Journey time to London: 1 hour

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LONDON

Kings London is located in the safe, green, and prosperous London suburb of Beckenham. Only 20 minutes by train from Central London, it provides a great base from which students can explore one of the most renowned art scenes in the world. With endless galleries, and some of the foremost architectural wonders of any city, our students are spoilt for choice when it comes to free time activities and getting inspiration.

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Kings London comprises a main campus and a nearby annexe building, just three minutes’ walk away. The art studio was recently refurbished and sits within the main teaching building. Within a five minute walk from the College are banks, shops, restaurants, cinemas and transport links into Central London.

An art and design studio spanning two rooms, with lots of natural light

Apple Mac computer with iMovie and Photoshop Sewing machine, dressmakers dummies and other equipment for textiles/fashion Free wireless internet

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Three further art and design spaces within the main college building and grounds

Location: South east England Population: 82,000 (Beckenham) Nearest airports: Heathrow, Gatwick Nearest cities: Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton

à New self-catering apartments, 15 minutes’ walk from college à Student houses, all within 20 minutes’ walk from the College à Homestay and Homestay Extra

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BOURNEMOUTH

Bournemouth is widely known as one of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular seaside towns, but its vibrant arts scene is also gaining increased recognition. With scores of galleries and a number of venues for performing arts, there is plenty to inspire the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many art-lovers. The new Arts University Bournemouth is one of just 15 institutions in the UK which are dedicated solely to the study of art, design and media.

Kings Bournemouth

Facilities Dedicated art room

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Kings Bournemouth occupies two campuses. Our main Braidley Road campus is in a leafy residential area close to the city centre and the beach, and our new St. Peters Quarter campus is in the heart of the city.

A quiet, relaxed space with lots of natural light 2 iMacs

Location facts Location: South coast Population: 185,000 Nearest airports: Bournemouth International Airport, Heathrow Airport Nearest cities: Southampton, Bristol Journey time to London: 2 hours

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à On-site self-catering residence at St. Peters campus à Four other residences within close proximity to both campuses à Homestay and Homestay Extra

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IN THE USA With Kings, you also have the opportunity to study art in the USA, through our university partner, Concordia College. The specialized Art Pathway in New York provides direct progression to a range of high quality Art & Design institutions throughout the US.

Art & Design Pathway Course Offerings

Locations: Concordia College, New York

Specific Core requirements World Art Museum Immersion

Start dates: Autumn or spring Entry level: Unconditional: GPA 2.5, TOEFL iBT 74 Conditional: From TOEFL iBT 20 (with Undergraduate Preparation Program) Length: 2 – 4 semesters

The programme You’ll enrol for your degree in New York at Concordia College. During your time at Concordia, you will be carefully guided to prepare your portfolio by expert professors. After 2 – 4 semesters you will gain credit to transfer to your dream school to complete your degree.

Depending on students’ ambitions and intentions, the Art & Design Preparation Programme can lead to a range of specialist Art & Design-related programmes at Kings.

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Art & Design Core Courses: Form, Color and Space in Two Dimensions Form, Color and Space in Three Dimensions Color Theory and Application Graphic Design I Advanced Project in Visual Arts Portfolio Choose one Additional Course from: Ceramics Painting Architecture Graphic Design II Capstone Course: Interdisciplinary Capstone Course

Transfer to your Dream School During your time at Concordia, you will receive expert advice on your transfer options from our dedicated Progression Manager. They will provide full support in your application to other specialised Art & Design schools throughout the US. You can transfer all credits gained at Concordia to your new institution and will enter as a Sophomore (year 2) student. Transfer opportunities include: Parsons (The New School) Savannah College of Art & Design Pratt Institute Massachusetts College of Art & Design (MassArt) Rhode Island School of Design LIM College State University of New York FIDM

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