Foundation Year in 3D Design
Overview
This specially designed course enables you to make an informed choice about which design subject you wish to study at degree level, giving successful students the opportunity for guaranteed progression onto a named BA programme at Middlesex University.
Why study the Foundation Year in 3D Design at Middlesex University?
The Foundation Year in 3D Design is a creative and inspiring multidisciplinary course encouraging students to explore different aspects of design. It builds confidence, helps students identify their strengths and develops skills and techniques. The course offers an experimental diagnostic approach exploring different creative pathways and clarifies industry specialisms to help students choose possible career paths in the creative industries.
Following a multidisciplinary induction, you will explore the core 3D Design subject areas in the first part of the programme, then choose to specialise to work towards your final portfolio of creative work and exhibition. Alongside this you will explore London as a creative centre of visual arts through gallery, studio and event visits, and reflect on your experiences.
A key feature of the 3D Design Foundation Year curriculum is that students benefit from regular formative feedback and assessment. This process is designed to allow you the freedom to experiment, explore and investigate new, different and challenging ways of working.
Course highlights
- An experienced and supportive team of tutors and technicians who also work in the creative industries
- A specialist observational and life-drawing team offering traditional, digital, experimental and technical approaches to drawing
- A contextual studies team with diverse knowledge covering different art, design and cultural areas
- State-of-the-art workshops in our £80 million centre, the Grove, so almost everything can be done in-house and you have access to a wide range of design facilities to help realise your ideas
- The opportunity to build an exciting and varied portfolio of design works for progression
- A final exhibition at Middlesex University, teaching the process of preparing and displaying design works for exhibition
- As a student of this course you'll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.
Intakes
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Careers support for life
As a former Middlesex University student, you can use our Employability Service to access lifetime employability support.
free-of-charge recruitment service connects our students and graduates with employers who are looking for new talent. To view the latest vacancies exclusive to Middlesex students and alumni just register with MDXWorks.com.
on-campus employment team provide:
1:1 employment support – information, advice and guidance
Work experience and placement support
Dedicated Employability Advisers with specific sector knowledge
Employer engagement and networking opportunities
Real-world employer driven projects to help you develop your employability skills
Skills for Employment workshops
Paid, part-time opportunities through our Middlesex Unitemps Branch.
PSW Opportunity
No Post Study Work Visa
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
48 UCAS points
We welcome applicants who can demonstrate appropriate academic achievement through the quality of their portfolio
Students should, normally, hold Level 3 qualifications or have the potential of achieving in the top grade of their current course. It is helpful if students have studied in the area of relevant Art and Design subjects
We consider all applications on their individual merit; successful applicants should demonstrate suitability, dedication and fitness for their chosen programme of study. All candidates are asked to submit evidence of previous production and creative practice, normally presented as a portfolio. As far as possible, students are invited to attend for an interview and will be offered the opportunity to view our specialist facilities and meet appropriate staff and students.
Further Requirements
- Portfolio of drawings, visual research, design thinking and independent creative projects, which demonstrate evidence of previous production and creative practice
- As far as possible, students are invited to attend for an interview and will be offered the opportunity to view our specialist facilities and meet appropriate staff
- Applications from mature candidates without formal qualifications are welcomed provided they can demonstrate appropriate levels of relevant ability and experience
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
13400 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 12006 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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