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Please note that this course is currently closed to new enrolments.
Designed for those who would welcome the opportunity to develop skills in art and design techniques, the course will provide a thorough introduction to a range of art materials and their effective use. The course has a core unit of design which looks at colour, line, texture, shape and form. Working from a variety of inspirational sources, students will record these basic elements of design using many art techniques. They will be introduced to a wide range of art materials and by following the activities included in each Module will discover how to use them effectively. These exercises will form the basis of a resource of visual and technical information that will be called upon to produce two exciting assessment pieces. The first will be a sketchbook full of innovation and creativity and the second will be a freestanding zig-zag format design presentation book. The syllabus is covered in 10 modules, designed to build upon skills and knowledge gained as candidates progress through the set activities and so new modules are made available to candidates as the previous one is completed. The course is designed to appeal to absolute beginners in art and design and to those with more experience who would like the challenge of working creatively within a structured framework.
How the courses work
The City & Guilds courses that we offer are open to students of all abilities. Level 2 Creative Sketchbooks is designed to appeal to beginners in creative computing techniques and to those who have some experience but who would like the challenge of working creatively within a structured framework.
When you enrol you'll be allocated a personal tutor who will remain with you for the duration of the course. We find that you'll be able to build a rapport through email, just as you can when chatting in a classroom. While the course learning materials are provided through the website, your tutor will be on hand to talk to you via email. She'll be there to answer any questions, help with ideas and make suggestions as you send work in progress. There is no limit on the number of emails that you can write to your tutor meaning that they can range from a quick question to a more indepth discussion! Your tutor will always aim to respond quickly to emails, usually she'll be back to you within two or three working days. From time to time the tutors on our team do travel for other work commitments. We don't like to interrupt your progress so we'll be sure to let you know well in advance via the news page.
Your work is assessed by email so you'll be required to take digital photographs or scans of your work. Much of the work you'll produce for Creative Sketchbooks will be started from scratch on the computer as a digital image so it will simply be a case of saving the file and emailing it to your tutor. Images are emailed to your tutor along with your notes, questions or observations. Here at DesignMatters the tutors keep thorough records of your progress and as soon as you've completed all required elements within a Module you'll be able to move on to the next. You can always revisit previous Modules and this is something that we encourage. In accordance with City & Guilds, assessment items are Internally Verified. A selection of candidates work will also be Externally Verified by a City & Guilds representative to ensure that quality and standards are maintained. We are pleased that our courses are rigorously Externally Verified by the National Chief Verifier for City & Guilds and we have always received excellent reports.
On successful completion of the course you'll receive City & Guilds certificates and also an exhibition page within this website to showcase a selection of your course work. The online exhibition is the perfect way to share your work with your family and friends wherever they are in the world.
How to enrol
We'd like to encourage you to take time to look at the FAQ page for your chosen course, the Student Galleries and the Terms of Enrolment. When you've chosen which course you'd like to sign up for, enrolment is easy. Please email to request a copy of our test image. This image file is something that we send to all prospective students and it will give you an idea of the sort of images we'll be needing for email assessment. We'll then request that you send us something in return along similar lines. When your successful test image arrives, Laura will forward you the appropriate enrolment form for your chosen course. At the point of enrolment we will register you with City & Guilds. Course enrolment and registration lasts for three years. This is ample time in which to complete the course.
Not sure?
Been to the FAQ pages, checked out the Student Gallery, carefully read the Terms? If you have any questions or need any further information please don't hesitate to email and we'll be more than happy to help out.
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