The UAL Level 1 Art, Design, and Media course offers an exciting and dynamic introduction to the world of media arts. Designed for individuals passionate about expressing themselves creatively through various media forms, this course provides a solid foundation for further study and exploration in the field of media.
Media Focus: At its core, the UAL Level 1 Art, Design, and Media course emphasizes the exploration and experimentation of different media platforms, techniques, and concepts. From traditional mediums like photography and printmaking to digital platforms such as graphic design, video production, and interactive media, students are exposed to a diverse range of media practices.
Key Components: Throughout the course, students engage in hands-on projects and activities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and technical skill development. They learn how to effectively communicate ideas, messages, and narratives through various media forms, exploring the power of visual storytelling and the impact of media on society.
Curriculum Highlights:
Outcomes: Upon completion of the UAL Level 1 Art, Design, and Media course, students emerge with a strong understanding of media theory and practice, along with a diverse portfolio showcasing their creative talents and technical abilities. They are prepared to pursue further study or entry-level opportunities in fields such as media production, advertising, journalism, digital marketing, and more.
Why Choose This Course?:
Our UAL Level 1 Media course welcomes individuals who show a genuine enthusiasm for delving into and refining media techniques and processes irrespective of their educational history or previous involvement in Media.
Overall, assessment in a UAL Level 1 Media course is often a combination of practical, written, and verbal components, designed to provide a comprehensive evaluation of students' skills, creativity, critical thinking, and understanding of the subject matter.
If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.
Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.
Progression to Higher Levels of Study: Many students choose to continue their education by enrolling in higher-level Media courses, such as UAL Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications here at WKC.
Specialised Training or Apprenticeships: Some individuals may opt for specialised training programs or apprenticeships in specific areas of Media, such as ceramics, jewelry making, furniture design, or digital media production.
Toby has been a Lecturer in Information Technology, Digital Media, and Creative Media at Westminster Kingsway College since October 2016. He is highly skilled and holds a BSc (Hons) in Computing at South Bank University and a PGCE (FE) at Greenwich University.
Before this, he served as an IT Lecturer at institutions like the Fashion Retail Academy and Samsung Digital Academy at Newham College, where he started teaching in 2007. He has taught various subjects, including programming, web design, multimedia, and digital marketing.
Toby has a wide range of experience working with learners of all abilities including working with those who have no previous qualification to working with those studying higher education.
Beyond his teaching endeavours, Toby has worked as an IT systems manager and developer, known for his expertise in web-based educational services. He has also been involved in consultancy, web development, hosting, and IT maintenance.
Clare started off her career as a commercial painter, painting murals, frescoes and ‘Trompe’L’Oeil’ paintings. Commissions included Europe, The Middle East and The US. She started teaching Contextual Studies in Creative Media, and Art and Design. She then taught A Level Media Theory and is currently teaching Humanities (African and Caribbean studies) at Access Level, Study Skills also at Access Level (commercial and academic writing for Creative and Digital Media) and Art A Level and Art History.
She previously worked as Programme Leader for Broadcasting and Journalism at the University of West London for 8 years, where she was awarded an HEFA (Higher Education Fellowship Award) from the University of West London. She also has a BA in Combined Arts from Brighton University and a CELTA from the British Council Bogota.
Her industry experience includes presenting work for Channel 4, Channel 5, Sky, BBC, Carlton, and ITV. Film and documentary work for Channel 4, which includes an Award-winning documentary focusing on adoption called ‘The Colour of Love’, ‘Mission Divine’- a film based in India, and several ‘Travelogue’ films.
Appearances on Radio 4,5, LBC as well as being a freelance journalist, commissioned by The Guardian, The Observer, The Sunday and Financial Times, The Voice, The New Nation, Red Magazine, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and a stint as editor for ‘Pride’ magazine.
Michael has been teaching since 2013 across secondary and college levels and is experienced in teaching from key stage 4 up to post-FE. His specialism is Film Production delivering techniques and skills he has gained from filmmaking and sound design.
Michale’s experiences include being a Camera Operator for an independent film for a FILM4 picture, Director of two award-winning short films on AMAZON PRIME video and Pinewood Studios film festival, recording, producing and music event management, and documentary filming.
Using this industry experience, Michael delivers practical and employment skills relevant to the creative industries and challenges students to achieve their potential whilst offering guidance for their future endeavours.
The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.