Age 16-18
Art and design.
Make your ideas real
Experiment with drawing, painting, photography, graphics and 3D design in professional studios. Build a portfolio that gets you into art school, university or a creative job.
At a glance
- Levels
- Entry and Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, A levels
- Campuses
- 7 campuses
- Careers
- Graphic designer, Illustrator, Photographer and more
40.8%
of our Level 3 art students got a Distinction or Distinction*
11
art and design courses for 16-18 year olds
7
campuses where you can study art and design
Art and design at New City College
New City College offers 11 art and design courses for 16-18 year olds, including Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and A levels. You can study art and design at Ardleigh Green Campus, Epping Forest Campus, Hackney Campus, Hackney Sixth Form, Havering Sixth Form, Redbridge Campus and Tower Hamlets Campus. Students go on to careers such as graphic designer, illustrator, photographer and fashion designer.
Professional studios
Work across traditional, digital and 3D design with industry-standard equipment and software.
Teachers who are working artists
Learn from designers, photographers and artists who still work in the industry.
Real briefs from real clients
Design for local businesses and community projects, and enter national and global competitions.
A portfolio that opens doors
Get one to one help to build the portfolio you need for art school, university or work.
Careers
Where art and design could take you
Most of our Level 3 art students go on to art school or university, studying subjects like fine art, graphic design, fashion and architecture. Others start apprenticeships or freelance creative work.
Jobs you could do
- Graphic designer
- Illustrator
- Photographer
- Fashion designer
- Interior designer
- Art director
- UniversityLevel 3 courses, A levels and T Levels carry UCAS points.
- ApprenticeshipsEarn a wage while you train with an employer.
- WorkGo straight into a job with the skills employers want.
Student stories
What our art and design students are doing
Courses and campuses
Where you can study art and design
Choose a campus to see the courses you can study there. Every course links to its course page, with entry requirements and how to apply.
Entry and Level 12 courses
Level 21 course
Level 32 courses
A levels6 courses
- Art and Design: Fine Art (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
- Art and Design: Fashion and Textiles (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
- Art and Design: Graphic Design and Advertising (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
- Art and Design: Interior and Architectural Design (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
- Art and Design: Photography (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
- Art and Design: Product Design (A Level) Havering Sixth Form
Not sure which level is right for you? Enter your predicted GCSE grades to see where you could start.
Check your gradesAdult courses
Courses for adults aged 19 and over
Retrain, improve your skills or start a new career. Many courses run part time.
Art and design for adults9 courses
- Fashion Design (Level 1 Certificate) Hackney
- Fashion and Textiles (Level 2 Certificate) Hackney
- Fashion and Textiles (Level 3 Certificate) Hackney
- Textile Design and Enterprise: Foundation Hackney
- Textile Design and Enterprise: Intermediate Hackney
- Pottery and Ceramics Epping Forest Hackney
- Pattern Cutting: Improver Hackney
- Printmaking Epping Forest
- How to Become a Successful Content Creator (Short Course) Hackney
Enquire
Not ready to apply yet?
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- Course information sent to you
- Invitations to open events and taster days
- Help from our advisers
Questions
Questions about art and design
Still have a question? Email info@ncclondon.ac.uk or telephone 0330 135 9000.
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You can choose from 11 courses across these levels: Entry and Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, A levels. Use the campus picker on this page to see every course and where it runs.
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You can study art and design at Ardleigh Green Campus, Epping Forest Campus, Hackney Campus, Hackney Sixth Form, Havering Sixth Form, Redbridge Campus, Tower Hamlets Campus.
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Most of our Level 3 art students go on to art school or university, studying subjects like fine art, graphic design, fashion and architecture. Others start apprenticeships or freelance creative work.
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It helps, but it is not always needed. For Level 3 and A level art, you usually need a portfolio of your work. At your interview we look at your drawings, sketchbooks and any creative work you have done.
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Yes for most Level 3 and A level art courses. Bring 10 to 15 pieces that show your ideas and skills, such as drawings, paintings, photos or digital work. We will help you build a stronger portfolio for university during your course.
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Yes. A Level 3 art and design course or art A levels, plus a strong portfolio, can lead to a foundation course or a degree at an art school or university.
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It depends on the level. Level 1 courses usually need GCSEs at grade 2, Level 2 courses need grade 3, and Level 3 courses and A levels need grade 4 or above, including English and maths. Each course page lists its exact entry requirements. Check your GCSE grades to see where you could start.
Start something new with us
Come to an open event on Saturday 21 November or Saturday 30 January, 10am to 2pm, or apply for your course today.
