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Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities
Our creative courses allow flexibility for learners to develop their individuality and confidence, providing a comprehensive grounding in art & design disciplines.
Our students are taught by highly qualified tutors, many of whom are practising artists.
Applicants that are 19+ please scroll down and click on the appropriate programme including higher education, and short and part-time courses.
As a student of Canterbury School of Visual Arts at Canterbury College, you will be able to hone your talents into skills that allow you to progress into the world of art.
The desired progression for many of our courses is for students to study at Art Schools and Higher Education.
We recognise that many of our students will also go on to become freelance artists, and therefore we provide a 'Work Ready' club where you will be taught vital networking and business skills that will prepare you for freelancing careers.
However, many of our alumni have progressed into organisations in a variety of job roles, such as:
Canterbury Festival
CSVA students work closely with local arts organisation, Canterbury Festival on large-scale projects that are on display all over Kent.
Canterbury BID
The Canterbury BID works closely with the Art & Design department on real-life projects that enhance the community in the City of Canterbury. From designing signage to floor stickers, our students have benefitted from these community projects by developing their artistic and project skills.
Rock, Paper, Scissors
Canterbury-based lifestyle store and gallery space that showcases artisan makers provides our students endless opportunities to get experience in managing an art shop, merchandising, and curating collections.
Our onsite facilities are available for all students to develop their skills. All of our studios are industry standards.
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BRIT Kids at Canterbury College is one of our newest partnership schools. Hosted at Canterbury College, BRIT kids offers classes in Theatre, Dance, Singing, Art Club, Digital Design and Film Making.
Students at Canterbury College benefit from 10% off all weekend classes at BRIT Kids.
Example: Artists
Across the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 24% over the period to 2027, adding 12,215 jobs. In the same period, 71% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 36,420 job openings.
Artists create artistic works using appropriate techniques, materials and media; design artwork and illustrations; and restore damaged pieces of art.
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Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.
You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.
Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.
Please see our Group entry requirements
Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway
We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.
At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
> UAL Art & Design Diploma Level 2
> UAL Art & Design Extended Diploma Level 3
> UAL Fashion and Textiles Extended Diploma Level 3
> UAL Graphic Design Extended Diploma Level 3
> UAL Photography Extended Diploma Level 3
> UAL Foundation Diploma in Art & Design Level 4
> Intermediate Photoshop and Introduction to Illustrator
> Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
Maddie Dungar
Fashion student Maddie helps out at Kit Lifestyle in Broadstairs, after impressing the manager with her 'can-do attitude'.
Connor McCunn
Higher Education student at CSVA, Connor McCunn, was presented with the amazing opportunity to showcase his work in a Pop-Up exhibition in Canterbury’s Whitefriars Shopping Centre.
CSVA Fashion Catwalk
Fashion and Textiles students showcased their amazing designs at the CSVA End of Year Catwalk Show.
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Canterbury, Kent
CT1 3AJ
Telephone:
01227 811111
Email:
iag@eastkent.ac.uk