ART AND DESIGN PROGRAMMES

CAMPUS LOCATIONS
LONDON, OXFORD AND BOURNEMOUTH
kingseducation.com
At Kings, we believe that art is
fundamental to what it is to be
human. We support students as
they engage in active dialogue
with the artistic culture (or
cultures) they inhabit, extending
awareness of their responses and
those of others, and helping them
to express their own ideas in
artistic work which reflects their
experience.
We value all students ideas and
aim to create a reflective and
questioning environment in the
art studio. Students are
encouraged to share and
articulate their observations and
experiences, enabling them to
develop and express increasingly
independent and confident
personal responses. 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.
Caroline Macdonald
Head of Art
Kings Education
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The Kings Advantage 4
Students Work 6
Alumni Success 8
Application Guidelines 16
Art and Design Preparation Programme 17
Art Foundation 18
A-level Art and Design 20
Advanced Level Foundation 20
English Plus Art and Design 21
Masters Preparation Programme 21
Kings London 10
Kings Oxford 12
Kings Bournemouth 14
Cultural and Extracurricular Activities 22
UK Government Registration
Kings Colleges are registered as
independent schools with the UK
Government Department for Education.
View our Ofsted inspection reports
online via www.kingseducation.com
Kings Bournemouth Reg no: 837/6009
Kings London Reg no: 305/6009
Kings Oxford Reg no: 931/6010
All our colleges are accredited by the
British Council for the teaching of
English. Kings is also a member of
English UK.
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The Kings
Advantage
1. Expert teaching and small classes
Our art and design programmes beneft from expert teaching
staf, who are experienced in, and passionate about, their
feld. All are specialist in teaching international students.
Small classes are a further feature of Kings programmes,
we consider them essential for creating the personalised
and supportive learning environment which leads to further
academic success in the arts.
The teachers at Kings are really nice and helpful. It is really
good to have maybe some higher level of personal
connections with teachers, which most of the big Foundation
schools dont provide. They always give you new ideas and
broaden your mind.
Ya Lu Huang (Elise), now studying Fashion Management
at the London College of Fashion
The fact that our teachers are artists, not just teachers,
I think is really great.
Yurie Abe from Japan, currently studying the Art
Foundation programme at Kings Oxford
3. Flexible study options
At Kings, we do not have a one size fts all approach. Our programmes are fexible enough to allow each student to follow
a personalised study path which best suits their intended feld of further study and their level of experience. Our range of
courses means that we can cater for all even those who have never formally studied art and design.
Our current art and design programmes include the newly introduced Art and Design Preparation Programme, and the
specialist Art Foundation course. Art and design options are also available within both the A-level and Advanced Level Foundation.
Full course details can be found from pages 17 to 21.
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2. Excellent facilities
and resources
All our study locations beneft
from specialist art and design
studios which are fully equipped
with resources and materials,
and provide a perfect space for
practical work and assignments.
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6. Great UK universities
Our art and design alumni have gone
on to study at some of the top-ranked
universities in the UK.
Their degree paths include:
Architecture at
Oxford Brookes University
Architecture at
Shefeld University
Architecture at
Newcastle University
Architecture at
University of Nottingham
Graphic Design at
Nottingham Trent University
Graphics at
Kingston University
Interior Design at
Kingston University
Visual Communication at
Birmingham City University
Fashion Management at
The London College of Fashion
(University of the Arts London)
Graphic Design at Camberwell
(University of the Arts London)
Fashion Business at
Glasgow Caledonian University
Fine Art at
Chelsea College of Art
(University of the Arts London)
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4. Inspiring study locations
Art and design programmes at Kings
are ofered in Oxford, London, and
Bournemouth, cities which all
provide an inspiring backdrop to
art studies of any kind.
With extensive galleries and studios,
and stunning architecture, youll
enjoy local excursions to supplement
your class-based studies. See p. 22.
5. Expert counselling
At Kings, we understand that choosing your degree course and university is one of
the biggest decisions youll make. This is why our expert university counsellors work
with you throughout your time at Kings to guide you through the application process
and ensure you make the best possible choice of university course for your goals.
When we started setting up the UCAS forms, I had a lot of help from my Art teacher
and Adam, the Director, to really narrow down my choices and establish what would
be best for me. There are lots of universities to choose from and it can be quite
overwhelming. Mariana Peloso do Nascimento, from Brazil, now studying Film
Production at University for the Creative Arts. (Full interview on p. 9)
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Students work
We encourage students to discover their own specialisms
and style by assigning a wide range of creative briefs. This is
the best way to ensure that creative students reach their full
potential, and choose the right course for their further
studies. Here is a selection of recent student work from
across our colleges. Visit our dedicated art blog at
art.kingseducation.com to view lots more examples of our
students work.
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Yuri Abe from Japan talks about
her experience studying the
Art Foundation course at Kings
Oxford, and how it has enriched
her creative practice.
Were you studying art at school in Japan
and is it diferent studying art here?
Yes, and yes it is. In my country they always
focus on the fnal piece but here, although
the fnal piece is important, they also focus
on the experiment, the process, what we
do to get to the fnal piece. Because in my
country they didnt really focus on the
process, we didnt have to produce sheets
for the research we did. Here we have to
show everything so its kind of diferent,
but I think I prefer the British style because
in my country my teachers didnt really
give us advice on how to develop.
I did gain some skills in Japan, but Ive
learnt more here.
Are there specifc skills youve learnt in an
art sense?
For me, I think Ive learnt how to record
things and how to present it, and by doing
that, afer fnishing my projects I can look
back and do evaluation. Thats really
benefcial for me in order to make better
things in the next project.
Which project have you enjoyed most?
Theres a specifc project I enjoyed and it
was about transformation. I enjoyed that
a lot because Im interested in calligraphy
and typography and I did that in my
project. Its my favourite area.
Examples of work from student
sketchbooks
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Why did you choose a Kings course?
The college has a very good reputation
and, in addition, Oxford seemed like a good
place to start this grown up journey. It has
a nice student community and an amazing
mixture of cultures which made it easier to
improve my English.
How does Kings help students achieve
their goals?
Apart from the vast amounts of attention
that students receive from the tutors there
is an amazing stream of inspiration coming
from the staf. Ive always been fascinated
by the amount of care they put into
relationships and their involvement with
students lives including their successes
and difculties.
What makes studying at Kings
so good?
I loved the fact that groups were really
small, hence every student could get
more attention. I personally learnt how to
listen carefully and on the whole create an
interesting, balanced discussion.
What do you like about life in the UK?
Culture and Art. Endless resources
of inspiration, history, breath-taking
architecture and ability to mix with people
of diferent ages and cultural backgrounds.
I enjoyed doing internships where I could
meet and communicate with professional
people and learn a lot from them!
What are your plans for the future?
I am planning to develop my skills as
much as possible to become really good
at designing and creating. Afer my
graduation I would love to stay in the UK
to get a good taste of working in the fast-
moving fashion industry. I am in love with
this country and want to become a part of
its creative life.
How would you describe your Kings
experience to a friend?
I had a really great time with some hard
moments that let me enjoy the cool side
of student life without letting me forget
that the way to my future is actually a very
serious business!
How did the teaching and support at
Kings help you to succeed at university?
Getting into a habit of working hard, being
more serious and responsible about my
future and doing it for myself is one of
the most crucial lessons I learnt. Tutors
at Kings made it clear from the frst days
that were not there to please them but to
achieve something that were aiming for.
Kristina Kurkina (pictured right) took her Foundation at Kings.
She went on to study a BA (Hons) degree in Fashion at Kingston
University. She talks about her journey to success with Kings.
Kings alumni
success
Ya Lu Huang (Elise), from
China, studied the Art
Foundation programme at
Kings. She is now studying a
BA in Fashion Management
at the London College of
Fashion (UAL).
We study everything in the
fashion industry, including visual
merchandising, supply chain
management, economics, marketing
research, consumer behaviour
etc. University in the UK is really
international I am studying on a very
global basis, my course has students
from literally over 20 countries.
Outside of campus, for art students,
London has really good opportunities
to see famous art.
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Mariana Peloso do Nascimento
studied art as part of the
Advanced Level Foundation at
Kings. She is now studying Film
Production at the University for
the Creative Arts.
How are you enjoying life at university?
I have fallen for my university and I am
enjoying it very much. It is diferent from
what I had expected but a good diferent
and it has been a great experience.
What does your course involve, and what
aspect are you enjoying most?
It is a very intense course in terms of the
amount of work and you are expected to
do a lot on your own outside of the classes.
Each unit consists of 200 hours including
classes, individual studies/work and
workshops. I am learning a lot and I like how
we are encouraged to try a bit of each aspect
of flmmaking so we can make a good
decision when we specialise next year.
Are there particular things which you
did on your Foundation course that have
proved useful for your current studies?
The presentation and essays that we had
to do have helped me a lot to be able to
complete my course work. Also, the art
lessons taught me a lot about the creative
process which has been very helpful.
How would you summarise your
experience at Kings Oxford?
I think it was the step I needed to get used
to how things work in the UK. It was the
ideal experience and place to help me
acclimatize with the new environment
and way of learning.
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The sights and galleries of Central
London are just a short train
ride away
Steps leading to the bright reception
area at Kings London
The vibrant cafeteria serves excellent
food and provides a great space for
socialising
Kings 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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College nationality breakdown*
People you'll meet
Mark Poolton
Director of Studies
Nick Franklin
Art and Design Teacher
Paul Langman
Principal
Rebecca Copeland
Accommodation Manager
*statistics are for January 2012 December 2012
Kings London Campus
The College benefts from a brand new art
and design studio, and a range of frst-class
facilities for both study and recreation.
It has recently been transformed by the
completion of the new Link building
which connects the main teaching
blocks and houses a bright reception
and student cafeteria.
Art and design studio
Spacious classrooms
Interactive whiteboards
Library
Free wireless internet
Large, modern cafeteria
Outside eating area
Reception and student services
Facilities on main campus
As well as the many on-site facilities,
students have access to a public library
and leisure centre, located on the other
side of the road from the College
Students have access to a well-kept
garden behind the main College building
Campus overview
20%
China
23%
Asia
15%
Western
Europe
13%
Latin
America
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Eastern
Europe
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Middle
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13%
Russian
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African Nations
Beckenhams shops, banks, transport
links and entertainment venues are just
a couple of minutes away on foot
Accommodation
Homestay/Homestay Extra
Student houses
Our student houses in London provide
all the comforts of a traditional home
plus the excitement of independent
living. They are located in safe
neighbourhoods that are just 15 20
minutes walk from the College.
A fashion show organised by
students at Kings London was
one of the highlights of 2013
The city
Location: South east England
Population: 8 million
Nearest airports: Heathrow Airport,
Gatwick Airport
Nearest cities: Oxford, Cambridge,
Brighton
Journey time to central London:
20 minutes
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Oxfords stunning architecture
provides a fantastic backdrop
to our students learning
St. Josephs campus includes a
dedicated art studio, pictured above
The patio at St. Josephs provides
a great space for outside dining
Kings Oxford
Oxford is one of the UKs most historic and beautiful cities,
with architecture that attracts visitors from all over the
world. It is home to a wealth of galleries, art shops and
markets, and as an art-loving place also has many
individual pieces of public art dotted in and around the
city for everyone to enjoy. Art and design programmes at
Kings Oxford take place at our St. Josephs campus in
Cowley, a vibrant student area just 20 minutes from the
city centre by bus.
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Campus overview
College nationality breakdown*
People you'll meet
Ross Wainwright
Principal
Jo Chance
Art Teacher
Melrose Fernandez
University Counsellor
Beth Wood
Art Teacher
*statistics are for January 2012 December 2012
Fully-equipped art studio
Large, well-equipped classrooms,
most with interactive whiteboards
2 Computer Learning Centres
Self-access Study Centre
Library
Large cafeteria
Sunny patio for outside dining
Wireless internet access
St. Josephs Campus facilities
Kings Oxford
Our St. Josephs campus is based in an
attractive, spacious building in quiet, leafy
surroundings. It enjoys a great range of
facilities, including spacious classrooms, a
large student cafeteria, computer learning
centres and patio garden. Art and design
students are taught in a dedicated art studio
adjacent to the main college building.
The self-contained nature of the
campus means that students have
everything they need under one roof
St. Josephs campus is located in
a leafy residential street in the
vibrant student area of Cowley
The large College campus contains
a range of great facilities
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China
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Asia
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Western
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Eastern
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Latin
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Middle
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African Nations
Homestay
NEW! Premium Student Residence
(Available to students aged 17 and over)
Our brand new Premium Student Residence
features spacious single, en suite bedrooms
in a contemporary building. It is located right
in the heart of Oxfords vibrant student
quarter, with many cafes, bars and
restaurants all in the neighbourhood, and a
supermarket just two minutes walk away.
There are on-site kitchen and laundry
facilities, plus a live-in warden.
Accommodation
The new Premium Student Residence,
just a 15 minute walk from St. Josephs
campus
The city
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 London
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The view across Bournemouth to
the beach from the famous
Bournemouth Balloon
Kings Bournemouths leafy
surroundings give it a secluded
campus feel
The busy cafeteria at
Kings Bournemouth
Kings Bournemouth
Bournemouth is widely known as one of the UKs 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 citys 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.
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Homestay/Homestay Extra
Charminster Student Residence
(Available to students aged 16 and over)
This modern, purpose-built premium
residence is just fve minutes walk from the
vibrant Charminster area, where many of the
citys students live, and a 20 minute walk to
College. The residence benefts from an
in-house chef, who freshly prepares
breakfast and dinner, and includes a lounge
with DVD and games consoles. Single and
twin rooms are available, all are en suite.
Accommodation
People you'll meet
Dermot Tobin
Principal
Elaine Webster
Director of Studies
Abi Kremer
Art Teacher
Luke Jarvis
Student Services Co-ordinator
Kings Bournemouth Campus
Kings Bournemouth is located in an
attractive residential area, close to the city
centre and with easy access to the beach.
Its spacious buildings contain a great range
of facilities, including a dedicated art room
for art and design classes.
Art room
Spacious, well-equipped classrooms
Interactive whiteboards
Library
Computer Learning Centre
Free wireless internet
Student cafeteria in building 58
Snack bar/cofee shop in building 51
Outdoor dining area
Multi-purpose sports court
Reception and student services
Facilities
*statistics are for January 2012 December 2012
College nationality breakdown*
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51
Number 51 is the main
teaching building
The outdoor dining area
outside building 58 ofers
a modern and welcoming
space to eat meals and
relax with friends
Campus overview
9%
China
African Nations
Russian Speaking Nations
16%
Asia
20%
Western
Europe
14%
Eastern
Europe
10%
Latin
America
1%
23%
Middle
East
7%
Kings Charminster residence ofers
catered accommodation in modern
surroundings
The city
Location: South coast
Population: 185,000
Nearest airports: Bournemouth
International Airport, Heathrow Airport
Nearest cities: Southampton, Bristol
Journey time to London: 2 hours
London
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Preparing your
portfolio to apply for
an art and design
course at Kings
Students who are interested in either the Art Foundation
Programme or the Art and Design Preparation Programme
are required to submit a portfolio of work along with
their application.
Art Foundation students:
We suggest a minimum of 10 sheets of work with a maximum
of 20 sheets. Please also send us a short written statement
(max 200 words), telling us about your experience in art, craf
and/or design, why you would like to do this course and what
degree course subjects you are considering.
Art and Design Preparation Programme students:
We suggest 3 5 sheets of work.
What should a portfolio
consist of?
A portfolio should show the range of work you have done in
the last two years, either in classes or in your own time. You
should try to include work done in a variety of media and
materials.
You must include some drawing and some work in colour.
Please include work done from direct observation,
alongside any other approaches you have taken.
Try to make the selection varied not all one type. You
could include work based on the human fgure, still life,
landscape and environment, buildings, animals,
machinery whatever interests you.
If you have done some work relevant to the specialist
area(s) you are considering (for example fashion or fne art)
please send examples of this.
Include any museum studies or work inspired by other
artists, designers or crafspeople.
You may include 3D work: for example garments, models,
sculptures or maquettes, items of jewellery or body
ornament. You may have to send photos of these. If you
have done design work for any of these pieces, please
include it.
Include some developmental work not just fnished
pieces showing how you explore a subject or theme and
experiment with ideas visually. It would be good to see
examples of sketchbook work.
There is lots more information about creating your portfolio
on our dedicated art blog at art.kingseducation.com
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English Language Development
You will take a broad skills-based
programme, progressing from a general
English focus to a more specialist focus.
You will gain the vocabulary and language
skills required for further study in
high-level art and design disciplines. You
will also develop essential study skills so
you 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.
Portfolio Development
The Portfolio Development module begins
with an general introduction to the main
art and design areas. You will develop your
skills and experience in both 2D and 3D
disciplines. Gradually, you will build your
portfolio and we will work with you to
ensure you showcase your skills and
abilities in the best possible light.
Art and Design
Preparation Programme
The Art and 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.
COURSES
APPLIED
Oxford
Key information
Start date: September, January, April
Course length: 1, 2 or 3 terms depending
on language level and/ or standard of
portfolio
Class size range: 8 10
Tuition: Average 21 hours per week
(plus private assignments)
Entry requirements:
Academic: Completed 11 years of High
School with documented proof of
grades.
Portfolio: You must submit a suitable
art portfolio (see lef)
English: 3 terms: IELTS 4.0 , 2 terms:
IELTS 4. 5, 1 term: IELTS 5.0
Minimum age: 17
London
Progression options
Depending on your ambition and
intention, the Art and Design Preparation
Programme can lead to a range of
specialist art and design-related
programmes at Kings.
Programme structure
The programme comprises two main
modules the Portfolio Development
module and the English Language
Development module. These can be
adapted to the specifc needs of each
student. So, for example, if you have a
strong portfolio but need to improve your
English, you will focus on the English
Development module. If you need to
improve your general art skills or develop
your experience and body of work, then you
will focus more on portfolio development.
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Assessment

Assessment is continuous, formative

and externally moderated

Coursework assignment and exam

project for each module per semester

Final award based equally on marks

for all these. 20 pieces of assessed work
in total.
Learning outcomes
Successful completion will enable you to:

identify and attain future education

or career goals

acquire a broad skill-set through

experimentation, risk-taking and
creativity

be self-reliant in your learning and take

responsibility for your own work

analyse and evaluate modern and past

visual worlds, and your own work

make connections between your work

and that of artists from various periods

focus your response on the main

argument in a lecture, seminar or debate

hold a particular view while analysing

all sides of an argument objectively.
Degree course outcomes
There is a huge range of possible degree
subjects, and combinations of subjects, in
art and design at UK universities. At Kings,
we guide you to the best pathway subject
choices according to your interests and
abilities, and to enable you to make the best
possible choice of university course for
each individual.
The table to the right shows typical degree
course outcomes, depending on the choice
of Art Foundation elective modules.
The course
Most students, including UK nationals,
complete an Art Foundation course before
starting an art and design degree. Usually,
international students must also study a
general Foundation before they are
accepted on to an Art Foundation.
The Kings Art Foundation combines the
two so that international students with
artistic and creative ability can get to
university in just one year.
The course is underpinned by historical
and contemporary World Art studies.
There are also regular visits to the many
museums and galleries of Oxford and
London, and beyond.
Expert teaching
Teaching is based on the Edexcel Diploma
of Art Foundation. You will beneft from
small tutorial groups and close individual
attention.
Helping you build your portfolio
You will need to submit a portfolio as part
of your application to university or art
college. We will give you comprehensive
advice and support to help you build a
portfolio which will show of your skills
and abilities in the best possible way.
Accreditation and quality assurance
The Art Foundation is overseen by an
independent Advisory Board of Higher
Education, and moderated by an art
specialist.
Course structure
The frst 8 weeks of the course introduce
you to all the main areas in art and design.
You will then move on to Pathway 1,
followed by Pathway 2, and in the fnal 8
weeks of the whole course you will work
on your Final Major Project, which leads to
a public exhibition.
The course comprises three core modules:

2D skills

3D skills

Communication and Study Skills and

two elective modules from a choice of
options. See opposite for details.
These modules can be combined to create
a wide variety of degree course pathways
(see chart, opposite page)
Art Foundation
This course is for students wanting the
fastest, most direct path to an art and
design-related degree course at a UK
university.
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Oxford
Key information
Start date: September,January*
Course length: 1 Academic Year,
September to June. Three terms per
year (34 weeks of tuition, average 680
hours total tuition).
Class size range: 8 10
Tuition: Average 21 hours per week
Entry requirements:
Academic: Completion of 11 12 years
of High School with documented proof
of grades.
Portfolio: Students must also submit a
suitable art portfolio. See page 16 for
advice about developing and
submitting your portfolio.
English: IELTS 5. 5 overall or
equivalent* (minimum 5.0 in each
module).
Minimum age: 17
London
*January start date is not advised for those
students aiming for high ranked universities as
the choices available may be more restricted.
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Core
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Elective modules
Pathway 1
Elective modules
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Textile Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Printmaking
Advertising
Interior Design
Architecture
Packaging
Installation Art
Book Making
Fashion Illustration
Environmental Design
Sculpture
Garden Design
Landscape Design
Landscape Architecture
Embroidery
Fine Art/Painting
Jewellery Design
Core modules
2D skills

Experimentation with a broad range of 2D

media and techniques

Drawing (observational; analytical;

expression; imagination)

Painting

Mixed media

Printmaking techniques
3D skills

Experimentation with a broad range of 3D

materials and processes

The design process

Working to a brief
Communication and Study Skills

Provision of general academic skills necessary

for success in UK higher education

General English language development

Reading and writing for academic purposes

Research skills

Presentation skills

Listening, note-taking and summarising

Specialist elective modules
Pathway 1
Choose one of the following:

Fine Art 1

3D Design 1

Graphic Communication 1

Textile Design 1

Fashion Design 1

Interior Design 1
Pathway 2
Choose one of the following:

Fine Art 2

3D Design 2

Graphic Communication 2

Textile Design 2

Fashion Design 2

Interior Design 2
Art Foundation subject overview
Degree Course Outcomes table
Looking back on the whole
year I would like to say that
it was the busiest and the
most difcult year in my life.
Art Foundation becomes
your life and you spend all
your time in the art room.
During the Art Foundation
course I got a lot of useful
experience and understood
the process of presenting art
projects. Looking forward
to next year I am so excited
to work with my pathway
subject in a professional way,
using equipment and special
materials.
Ksenia Umanska from
Ukraine, studied Art
Foundation
In frst term we tried diferent
pathway subjects which I
think really broadened my
horizons and helped me
to gain new skills in those
spheres. The whole year was
an amazing experience and
unforgettable journey. I have
learnt so many things and
gained so much experience.
Kamilla Argyngazina from
Kazakhstan, studied Art
Foundation
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Key information
Start dates: September, January*
Course length: 2 Academic Years (6 terms)
Class size range: 4 8 Minimum age: 16
Tuition: average 20 25 hours per week (plus homework and
private study)
Entry requirements:
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.
Note: A-level Art and Design is not suitable for beginners in the subject.
The course assumes a student has GCSE Art and Design or has
completed the Art and Design Preparation Programme.
Key information
Start dates: September, January
Course length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms).
(28 weeks of tuition, 650+ total tuition hours).
Class size range: 8 10 Minimum age: 17
Tuition: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and
private study)
Entry requirements:
Academic: Completion of 11 years of High School with
documented proof of very good results.
English: IELTS 5. 5 or equivalent
Advanced Level Foundation:
Architecture Pathway
London Oxford
Bournemouth Bournemouth
London Oxford
A-level Art and Design
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Within the Foundation there are fve pathways, one of which is
Architecture. This involves core modules in academic and study
skill, and IT, and specialist modules in art and design.
Course Structure
For students with appropriate IELTS and academic levels, the
Advanced Level Foundation can be followed as a standalone
three-term accelerated course.
Students study two core modules and a selection of specialist
elective modules depending on their intended future degree
course. Studying the art and design module, students taking the
Architecture pathway will learn how to:
communicate ideas in visual form
paint and draw in various media for diferent purposes
recognise and use the expressive potential in diferent
materials and processes
make connections between their own work and that of other
artists and designers, past and present
use efectively the resources of museums and galleries and
draw on these for ideas and inspiration
articulate a personal view of the subject
The course includes a total of 650+ tuition hours and also requires
extensive homework and private study.
Students who take A-levels in the UK are generally required to study
three or four diferent subjects. Alongside tuition in these specialist
subjects, the A-level programme at Kings also includes:
Classes in Academic English
IELTS preparation
The Kings Academic Enrichment Programme
Exam practice
Examinations leading to formal qualifcations
Course Structure
A-level Art and Design will develop your intellectual, imaginative,
creative and refective skills.
Youll also develop investigative, analytical, experimental,
practical, technical and expressive skills, an aesthetic
understanding and critical judgement. Youll gain an
understanding of the interrelationships between art, craf and
design and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate as
well as knowledge and understanding of art, craf and design in
contemporary society and in other times and cultures.
Kings ofers diferent endorsements, for example Art, Craf and
Design, Fine Art and 3D Design.
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.
A-level programmes are for the most able
students who are seeking places on
competitive degree courses at the very best
universities in the UK, or internationally.
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Course content
English Plus Art and Design is ideal for
students at any level of accomplishment in
art, from those just beginning their studies
to graduates wanting to prepare a portfolio
of artwork.
1. Language
Skills developed include:

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

Comprehension

Grammar

Vocabulary

Pronunciation
2. Art and Design
The art and design content of the course is
determined by the student, and is
structured around their experience and
interests. During these lessons you will be
able to learn art/design skills and
techniques, develop art projects and/or
work at creating a portfolio or adding to an
existing one.
Techniques developed can include:

Drawing

Sculpture

Painting

Modelling

Clay work

Textiles

Fashion and

3D Design
jewellery making
English Plus Art
and Design
This course is ideal if you are keen on art
and design and need to improve your
English at the same time. Each student
agrees an individual course of work with
the Art Teacher, based on their skills,
experience, interests and aims.
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Oxford
Key information
Start date: Every Monday
Course length: Minimum 4 weeks
(No maximum)
Maximum class size: 14
Tuition: Average 21 hours per week
Lessons
28 lessons (21 hours) per week:
Language lessons per week
(15 hours)
Art and Design lessons per week
(6 hours)
Independent work on course
projects (6 hours)
Minimum age: 16 (average age range
18 30)
London
I would say this course is the
perfect combination of Art and
English. Whether you are a
young student just out of high
school looking for a way into a
prestigious English art school,
or just a young professional that
wants to learn how to speak
English at work, this course
would be perfect for you.
Marion Bergeaud from France,
studied English Plus Art and
Design at Kings Oxford
Masters Preparation
Programme
Alongside the range of courses which
prepare students for undergraduate
degrees, we also ofer a Masters
Preparation Programme for those
interested in postgraduate study.
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Oxford
Key information
Start date: September, January, April
Course length: 1 3 terms depending
on entry level
Class size range: 12
Tuition: 32 lessons (average 24 hours
tutor contact) per week
Entry requirements:
Academic: A completed undergraduate
degree
English: Minimum IELTS 5.0
Minimum age: 21
London
Progression opportunities
in the arts
As well as teaching academic study skills
and preparing students for the IELTS exam,
it also provides them with a Conditional
Letter of Acceptance from a range of
partner universities one of which is the
prestigious University of the Arts, London.
One of the worlds leading specialist
creative universities, UAL counts Jimmy
Choo, Stella McCartney, Lucian Freud and
Ralph Fiennes amongst its alumni.
Masters programmes at the University
include Animation, Arts Management,
Digital Arts, Film, Video, Graphic Design,
Illustration, Interior Design, and
Photography and Photojournalism.
Bournemouth
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Cultural and
extracurricular
activities
At Kings, we understand that learning is not confned to the
classroom. We ensure that our students get plenty of
opportunity to visit, and be inspired by, local places of
interest. With locations in some of the worlds most
renowned destinations for art and design, there are plenty
of options to choose from.
A large installation piece
at the Saatchi gallerys
recent paper exhibition
An installation on the front of
Londons Victoria and Albert Museum
Part of the recent Yayoi Kusama
exhibition at Tate Modern Oxfords Ashmolean Museum
The London Design Museum The interior of Tate Modern
Bournemouths prestigious
Russel-Cotes museum

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We go with our teacher to
museums and galleries a lot,
we take our sketch books, we
draw something there, we take
pictures, we come back and we
do something with those. In
my free time I also visit places
London is perfect for that
because you can go anywhere
and youll fnd something new.
Its the perfect city to study Art,
I think.
Irina Gorskaia from Russia,
studied Art as part of the
Advanced Level Foundation
Ive found lots of inspiration
from being in Oxford. For
example, I love the architecture,
especially the gothic
architecture like the cemetery
on Cowley Road. I like it,
it inspires me. Theres a term
that we have in Spanish that
means kind of eye candy
I see colours and details, I love
details. I see structures and I
think I must draw it Ive been
to galleries and museums, and
weve been to a lot with the art
teachers here.
Manuela Romero from
Venezuela, studied the Art
Foundation programme
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Portrait Gallery
A gallery inside Tate Britain
Bournemouths prestigious
Russel-Cotes museum

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achieve their fullest ambitions whether succeeding at university in the USA and
UK or developing English skills for life.
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We create life-changing opportunities and life-enhancing experiences.
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