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Let’s <strong>talk</strong> about… Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design) A Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design), also known as an Art Foundation course, is an intensive, one year course that aims to broaden students’ experience of art and design before they select the field they want to specialise in at HE level. During the year students prepare a portfolio of work for use when applying for HE courses. • When choosing an Art Foundation course check out: • the amount of tutor support • studio space and access times • access to other facilities e.g. computers and library resources • what past students have gone on to do • the reputation of the course amongst HE tutors. • Students who have taken an Applied A level (double award) or BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in an art/design subject may not need to take an Art Foundation course before going onto a degree. Check with the institution where you hope to study for a degree. • A few students with A levels including an art/design subject, are able to progress directly onto a degree/HND if they have a particularly good portfolio. You should always check with the HE institutions you are considering, whether an Art Foundation course is definitely required. • Entry requirements are usually three to five GCSEs at grades A*– C (normally including English language), plus one A level (or equivalent) and a portfolio of art work. • Applications are made direct to individual colleges. • The Art Foundation course is included in the UCAS Tariff. A Distinction is worth 285 points, a Merit 225 points and a Pass 165 points. See page 11 for more information. • An Art Foundation course is a further education level course so check with individual colleges/universities about whether you have to pay any fees particularly if you are 19 or over when you start the course. If you are aged between 16 and 19 and face financial hardship while on the course you may be eligible for a bursary from your college but you will not have access to a Student Loan as this is not an HE course. • A few institutions offer a degree where the Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design) is built in as the first year. Although this sounds attractive, it could prove more expensive as the whole course is treated as an HE course and is therefore subject to HE funding regulations. 6 for local info, help and advice, check out M www.connexionsoxfordshire.com
Studying abroad Studying or working abroad as part of your course A period abroad as part of a degree is no longer just for language students. There are now hundreds of degree and diploma courses that allow you to complete part of your course, either working or studying, in another country. The following organisations offer a range of study and work experience abroad to students on UK university courses. • Erasmus This programme offers students the chance to study in a European country for 3 to 12 months. Approximately 10,000 British students take part each year. If you are interested, find out which UK institutions offer an Erasmus option for your chosen course of study. Erasmus study is fully recognised by participating UK institutions as part of the degree. For more details see M www.britishcouncil.org/erasmus • IAESTE (International Association for Exchange of Students for Technical Experience) Science, technology and engineering students can undertake paid, course related work placements abroad. Most placements are between 6 to 12 weeks and take place during the summer vacation. Information on this scheme can be found on M www.iaeste.org.uk Studying all of your course abroad More students are now considering the possibility of studying for an entire degree overseas. There are lots of issues to consider e.g. funding may be harder to find and you may need a visa or to sit entry tests. If you are considering this, you need to begin researching into the possibilities 12 to 18 months before you plan to start your studies. There are several websites that provide excellent information about studying abroad e.g. M www.ukcisa.org.uk which offers advice and has links to other websites. For more information • Exodus online database produced by Careers Europe. Subscription service available through Connexions and some schools/colleges. • Studying abroad websites see page 26 • For those interested in studying in Australia and New Zealand see M www.studyoptions.com • Students frequently enquire about study in the USA. Details are available from The US-UK Fulbright Commission Battersea Power Station 188 Kirtling Street London SW8 5BN T 090 1488 0162 Monday and Thursday 1.30pm – 5.00pm (calls charged at 15p per minute) Fax: 020 7498 4023 Email: advising@fulbright.co.uk M www.fulbright.co.uk got a question? Then email us at M askconnexions@oxfordshire.gov.uk 7
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