Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media Practice

Turn your creativity in a career Prepare for a vibrant career in art and design. This Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media Practice is accredited by Pearson and prepares you for the study of art and design at degree level. You'll gain an understanding of Visual Communication, 3D Design, Fashion & Fabrication and Fine Art.

You'll explore a wide range of applied creative practices, developing your creative voice and helping you to identify the area of further study that best suits you. You'll be taught by a broad range of tutors who all are creative practitioners who will engage you in a critical investigation of your work, progression aims and ambitions. You'll take part in regular research and drawing trips; studio, gallery and museum visits to London also form part of the course.

Central to the course is a vibrant studio culture which fosters individual creative identities as well as championing the value of collaborative practice. Please view our digital portfolio guidance (PDF) to assist with your application. Please note: application deadlines are strict.

No late applications are permitted. Decisions will not be made on applications until after the relevant application deadline. Due to the expected volume of applications to be received, this may mean a final decision may not be made on your application until early April.

View entry requirements. Applications for September 2026 entry are now closed We are no longer accepting applications for September 2026 entry, as the deadline has now passed. Applications for the course starting in September 2027 will open in November 2026.

It was such a massive year of learning for me, I would not be in the place I am now as a designer or as a person without it. The peers and tutors I met have completely formed my creative practice and I am now the biggest advocate ever of doing a Foundation at Kingston. Lola, Foundation Diploma in Art, Design & Media Practice