WJEC
Level 3
QN: 603/0975/1
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WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 720 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
720 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Curating and presenting a major project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Manage a major project from concept to completion. Be able to visually explore and refine initial concepts. Be able to synthesise skills and knowledge to produce a final major project. Be able to sustain critical evaluation during a final major project. Be able to curate and present outcomes.
2
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Developing specialist practice and preparing for progression in Art & Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the skills required within different specialisms. Be able to choose a specialist route. Understand the work of professional artists and designers.
3
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Drawing and Colour as an investigative process in Art & Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Experiment with a range of drawing techniques and media to explore visual language.
- Apply colour theory to create mood, depth, and emphasis in art and design work.
- Record and document investigative findings systematically in a sketchbook or journal.
- Evaluate own work in relation to professional art and design practice.
- Analyse how drawing and colour are used by contemporary artists and designers.
- Justify creative choices made during the investigative process.
4
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Exploring materials and making in Art & Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to explore the characteristics of materials. Be able to make selective judgements on the use of materials and techniques to solve visual problems. Be able to record outcomes and findings. Be able to review and reflect on own work, and that of others, in the context of professional practice.
5
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Personal development and innovation in Art & Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the experimental process that drives creativity. Be able to apply media and processes. Be able to solve creative problems. Understand the influences of creative innovation upon the work of others.
6
WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Proposing and reviewing a major project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify a personal direction of enquiry for a major project. Be able to plan and outline intentions for a major project. Be able to evaluate own practice and compare to the work of others.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/0975/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2017
- Operational End
- Aug 2026