Centre of Excellence - Creative Arts

The creative and media sector offers a diverse range of careers from illustrator, fine artist or graphic designer, to jewellery designer, printer, photographer, editor, producer, or director to scriptwriter, camera operator or digital content producer.

Courses range from Levels 1 - 6 with many students progressing to elite universities to specialise further. Over 90% achieve their first choice university place.

Expert tutors with backgrounds in new media, gaming, arts, photography, fashion and textiles.

Career Opportunities

The UK creative sector continues to grow, with an increased demand for those with new technology skills. Over 44% of those who work in creative roles are self-employed. A junior graphic designer can expect to earn up to £19,000, with experience this may rise to £35,000.

An experienced textile designer, Illustrator and jewellery designer could earn £28,000 on average. While a senior designer’s salary may rise to in excess of £40,000.

Excellence in Student Success and Achievements

Our students progress onto University, Apprenticeships or employment in their chosen career.

• Over 90% achieve their first choice at University and prestigious destinations include London School of Fashion and Glasgow School of Art.
• Pass rates are high with 100% Pass Rate at Level 3.
• Students have placed in Young Designer of the Year as finalists for the past 3 years.

EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AND LEARNING

Our expert tutors are time served experts in their industry and hold the highest qualifications in their field. They have worked in the careers we are training students for and engage in continued professional development to stay ahead.

Meet some of our professional artists in the expert tutor profiles.

INDUSTRY STANDARD FACILITIES

Our students have access to real working environments and move into their chosen field with practical experience in live settings including:-

• Digital hub Mac centre
• Photography studio and darkroom
• Theatre and performance studios
• Live radio studios
• AV editing suites
• Music recording studios
• 3D, Art, Ceramic, Fashion & Graphics studios
• Theatrical media makeup room

Browse our facilities gallery to find out more.

EXCELLENCE IN PARTNERSHIPS AND EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT

Our students work on live industry projects with leading companies. Partnerships with businesses and charities provide excellent opportunities for students to deliver work in industry settings. Engagement with businesses and other organisations such as charities provides excellent opportunities to deliver work in industry see some examples from the last few years...