Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Develop an individual creative process and visual language.
- Use research, critique and experimentation to refine work.
- Build a portfolio suited to creative industries or further study.
Arts University Plymouth · Plymouth
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art & Design
A full-time preparatory year that develops your thinking and making across creative disciplines before you apply for an arts degree. Taught at AUP's dedicated pre-degree campus.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Designer
- Creative practitioner
- Art director
- Visual communications professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Sri Lankan applicants: at least one A-level at grade C.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan A-levels: minimum BCC (achieved or predicted); one A-level at grade C for the Foundation Diploma
- English (IELTS)
- 5.5 overall, 5.0 in each component (pre-degree requirement)
- English alternatives
- An English language test is required for Sri Lankan applicants
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Arts University Plymouth.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
More Art & Design courses at Arts University Plymouth
- Integrated Foundation (four-year BA route)Foundation · 4 years · £17,500/yr
- BA (Hons) Graphic DesignUndergraduate · 3 years · £17,500/yr
- BA (Hons) PhotographyUndergraduate · 3 years · £17,500/yr
- MA Design (Communication)Master's · 1 year · £17,500/yr
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on aup.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Arts University Plymouth before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.