Art & Design Prospectus CSVPA

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Providing pathways in Ar t & Design, Drama and Music, Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Ar ts continues to develop the skills and confidence

of many aspiring ar tists.

Our school provides a unique and highly personalised method of learning, creating an environment in which to nur ture, educate and encourage these

creative individuals.

As a student you will be actively suppor ted through a hands-on approach, extensive contact time with lecturers and the equipment and materials

needed to ensure you meet your full potential.

Over the last 30 years we have increased our por tfolio to include Degrees and a Master’s preparation programme; established links with leadinginstitutions, including University of the Ar ts London Awarding Body,

Kingston University and Britain’s most famous theatre school, The Royal Academy of Dramatic Ar t to help you progress onto some of the most

prestigious Ar t & Design schools, music Conservatoires andworld-renowned drama schools.

weLCOMe TO csvpa

BA (HOnS) graphic design & illustration

nurturingwORLD CLASS

DeSigneRS “AFTeR MY gRADUATe SHOw, MORe THAn SiX STOReS in THe UK, iTALY

AnD HOng KOngPURCHASeD MY FinAL

YeAR COLLeCTiOn’’

with high talent comes high career prospects, which we are extremely proud to suppor t.

Creating a completely tailored programme for each student, we work to ensure that your

individuality and the creative career pathway you wish to take is catered for, whichever

direction it may be.

Matching the passion you have for your ar t, our team demonstrates its commitment not only in the way we teach our programmes, but also through the oppor tunities we give you to make

informed decisions.

Opening access to exper ts in your field of study, we encourage you to build industr y contacts, as well as to develop your talents, whilst studying with us to ensure you have the best possible

future and development.

Contacts across the world of designers, buyers, styling ar tists, forecasters and photographers

allow you to develop aspiration and confidence within your work, setting you up for a

prosperous future.

“i decided to study my Degree at CSVPA,rather than another UK university, because not only is Cambridge one of my favourite places in the world, but the small class sizes were really impor tant to me. The facilities are also amazing, you have everything you need in one

building.

i really valued my time spent at CSVPA and i really miss it. The teachers were so suppor tive

and provided us with as much guidancedepending on the needs of each individual

student. i still ask for help from my pattern making tutor, and she gives me all the time i need even though i am not a student anymore!

if you want to be an avant-garde designer like me you need to work really hard and work

smar t. it is down to you.”

Reo MaBa (hons) Fashion design

reo Ma graduated from csvpa and now runs his own fashion label “reo Ma”.

“CSVPA has helped me to advance to the next stage of my studies. every day the lecturers were there to suppor t us, whilst the environment of a dedicated Ar t & Design school

helped me to relax and concentrate on my studies. TheDegree programme is so distinct from any other university because you can learn the basic skills and you can take them

as far as you want.

Cambridge is such a great place to study yourUndergraduate Degree; the city helped me to develop more interesting and sophisticated ideas. At the beginning of my studies i was concerned, like a lot of people, about what i would do at the end. However, CSVPA has opened up so many oppor tunities giving me the luxury of choosing what i wanted to do next. it makes me proud of the course and my achievements. You realise at the end how far advanced you

are compared to students at other universities.”

Ryuki YamagaBa (hons) Fashion design at csvpa, achieved a First class honours degree

ryuki Yamaga went on to achieve a distinction from london college of Fashion for his Ma Fashion design and technology Menswear and is now working for riBo

Fashion and apparel company in shanghai whichdesigns for and sells to over 900 stores across china.

nurturing wORLD CLASS DeSigneRS

“i definitely learnt a huge amount at CSVPA and i am eternally grateful to the staff there

for everything they did for me. Theyintroduced me to so much of the world i work in professionally today - not just in the technical sense through learning software and

skills, but philosophically too.

For me it was just about being able tofocus. every day i knew i could walk through the doors and learn a tonne of stuff in what felt like my own personal college. not many

places resonate like that.

work hard and you’ll be rewarded. it may not seem like it at times, but the skills you’re

learning there are invaluable. if you want to get paid for drawing car toons and doodling on computers, it’s places like CSVPA that

equip you for that environment.”

Scott walkerBa (hons) graphics & illustration

scott Walker, artist and seniordesigner at Zenithoptimedia / publicis

Worldgroupe, new York, usa.

“i joined the course with a rather inflated opinion of myself. i knew i wanted to do fashion, i knew i could draw, so what else

could i possible learn? As it happens...an awful lot.

Looking back i realised just how much i had advanced in that year, how much more i had been exposed to. i came away with skills and

knowledge that were so crucial in my development. Many of those skills i still refer

back to on a daily basis.

The course is brilliant because it covers such a wide range of disciplines, it’s quite unique.You have the oppor tunity to gain experience

in areas that other colleges simply don’toffer. it was only after leaving Cambridge that i realised how lucky i was to receive such high levels of suppor t and contact time

with tutors.

with the suppor t of CSVPA i was accepted on a ver y competitive fashion design course

at Kingston.”

Laura Harveyart & design Foundation

laura harvey, creative director at Boden, following a prosperous career

path through Burberry and Joules.

nurturing wORLD CLASS DeSigneRS

“The teachers at CSVPA have all been really helpful and there are plenty of resources and freedom to do whatever we want to express our creativity. Cambridge is a beautiful

city to study in too.”

destination: london college of Fashion (ual) – creative

direction for Fashion

Anna ginzburg | art Foundation

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LeCTUReRS BASeD in YOUR STUDiOS ALL DAY eVeRY DAY, PROViDing inDiViDUAL ATTenTiOn

...this is What Makes csvpa unique

OUR APPROACH TO LeARning iS UniQUe,

HigHLY PeRSOnALiSeD AnD gUARAnTeeD TO

enSURe YOU MeeT YOUR POTenTiAL

we treat every student as an individual, not just as “this year’s intake”, ensuring that you

receive the level of suppor t and guidance you need to pursue your chosen career path.

Teaching 5 days a week, more than any other university, we provide small class sizes with no

more than 15 students. This allows us to provide you with one-on-one suppor t in class as well as personalised por tfolio assistance and

advice.

All our lecturers are working ar tists and designers who bring valuable experience and industr y links to each programme. This means they are able to give real insight into the world of work and advise on possible career paths

both in the UK and beyond.

with your own dedicated design space andaccess to the studios seven days a week, you

are provided with the space needed to nur ture your talents. Completely individual and undisturbed for the duration of the course, this

unique aspect of our school is what drives dedication and development amongst our

students.

Our passion and the level of suppor t we give has attracted individuals from all over the world, creating a dynamic community which brings both oppor tunities and contacts globally.

“i was attracted to CSVPA because of the incredible level of suppor t you get here. i am clearer now than ever before about my future career in design. The teachers have

really helped me to choose the right course and take my studies to the next level.”

Man Justine Chow | art Foundation

destination: glasgow school ofart – communication design

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gUARAnTeeD end-oF-Year shoW

encouraged to build confidence and oppor tunities, you will be given the chance to showcase your

talents to a professional standard at the end-of-year Ar ts Festival. Completely free of charge, our

shows welcome students of all levels, fromFoundation to Degree.

giving you the unique oppor tunity to take par t in these shows at such an ear ly stage of your training is vital for your development. You will learn that what looks good on a computer screen may not work once printed and in an exhibition, and what looks good on a mannequin may not walk well down a

catwalk, we will teach you the whole package.

we give you experience of how to put together a show or exhibition, and every year you will learn from this, enabling you to deliver an even better

show year after year.

we DOn’T JUST P iCK THe BeST STUDenTS, eVeRYOne TAKeS PART in THe enD-OF-YeAR eXHiBiT iOnOR FASHiOn SHOw


This key time also gives you a full stop to your year, a clear completion point where you can celebrate the year and display your work. Our Foundation & 1st & 2nd year Degree students take par t in our Cambridge Show, and our 3rd year Degree students take par t in a

graduate Show in London.

Over the years a number of top fashion labels have donated materials to our students to allow you to

make your garments for these fashion shows. Material sponsors include: Harris Tweed; Barbour ; Jean Paul gaultier ; Vivienne westwood; Julien Macdonald;

Ben de Lisi; Valentino; Mulberr y; Philip Treacy; Katharine Hamnett; Betty Jackson; Levis Strauss and

Burberr y.

whatever the chosen career path, our exper ts are on hand to ensure you have the best

guidance and advice possible. whether you wish to progress onto an Undergraduate Degree or

Postgraduate Degree, you will receive full suppor t from a dedicated University Application

Officer.

Combined with the guidance from all lecturers, you will be given the best possible advice when submitting your applications to ensure the best results and highest success rate. Foundation students who want to apply to the University of the Ar ts London are also given one-on-one

por tfolio advice from a UAL lecturer, giving a high level of personal suppor t of how to

improve the presentation of your por tfolio and assistance with inter view preparation.

unlockingA wORLD OF

OPPORTUniTY

“i ALwAYS Knew i HAD A PASSiOn BUT wiTH enCOURAgeMenT FROM THeSe ReALLY gReAT TeACHeRS,i HAVe DiSCOVeReD MY TALenT TOO!”

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“THe UAL PORTFOLiO SeSSiOnS weRe ReALLY HeLPFUL. THeY gAVe Me MORe COnFiDenCe

FOR MY inTeRViewS AnD i wAS ABLe TO AMenD MY PORTFOLiO

TO SUPPORT MY UniVeRSiTYAPPLiCATiOn.”

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destinations

Royal College of Ar t | Central St Mar tins (UAL) | London College of

Fashion (UAL) | London College of Communication (UAL) | Camberwell

College of Ar ts (UAL) | Chelsea College of Ar ts (UAL) | wimbledon

College of Ar ts (UAL) | The Slade | glasgow School of Ar t | Parsons new

York | goldsmiths | Loughborough University | University of Brighton |

Coventr y University | Falmouth University | University of westminster

| Kingston University | nottingham Trent University | University of

Southampton | Birmingham City University | Sheffield Hallam University

| University for the Creative Ar ts (UCA) | De Montfor t University |

University of winchester | University of Her tfordshire | Cambridge School

of Visual & Performing Ar ts | The School of Ar t institute Chicago |

University of Manchester | Middlesex University | Oxford Brookes

University | Ravensbourne | University of Lincoln | University of

nottingham | istituto Marangoni | Pratt institute new York |

Manchester Metropolitan University | University of Leeds |

University of Bournemouth

unlocking A wORLD OF OPPORTUniTY

location

A vibrant cosmopolitan city, Cambridge welcomes an eclectic mix of creative minds, confident personalities and a never-ending list of talent. with outstanding architecture, histor y and ar t, this university city is the perfect location in

which to develop young and emerging students.

with pupils joining us from all over the world, our location inspires and excites many, with endless oppor tunities on our doorstep. Central London is just 45 minutes away by train, and with a 20 minute commute to London Stansted

Airpor t, Cambridge forms the perfect gateway to the rest of the UK for all.

in the city itself, we provide a range of accommodation, all of which is warm and welcoming, and impor tantly in safe areas within easy reach of the College.

ensuring the maximum levels of comfor t, all facilities include communal social areas, flat-screen TVs and fitted kitchens to ensure you can continue the living environments you are used to when at home. These areas are managed by caring and well-qualified accommodation managers, with supervision appropriate to your age to ensure the most

relaxing and welcoming environment for all. caMBridge is a WonderFul place . TO Be SURROUnDeD BY SUCH BeAUTiFUL ARCHiTeCTURe AnDinTeReSTing PeOPLe iS TRULY inSPiRing


courseinFORMATiOn

The BA (Hons) Fashion Design course is designed to prepare you for anexciting career in the fashion industr y. with a focus on contemporary fashion design, the course encourages creativity whilst equipping you with all the skills

needed to work successfully in the fashion industr y.

You will gain impor tant industr y experience during your 2nd year via highprofile work placements with some exceptional companies. we have structured the course in such a way that as a graduating student we ensure you are fully accomplished in all areas from research, design development, pattern cutting and

garment manufacture through to por tfolio presentation.

At the end of the 1st and 2nd year, you are guaranteed a place to showcase your work at a major fashion show in Cambridge. On successful completion of the 3rd year, you also have the oppor tunity to celebrate your final collection at one or

more external venues in London and possibly outside the UK.

“The course has definitely exceeded my expectations! The projects are varied and interesting and there is so much bespoke, one-on-one teaching, so we get plenty of

valuable help and suppor t.”

esmeralda Tuomi Ba (hons) Fashion design

BA (HOnS) Fashion design

What to expect

YeAR One...To help you realise your designs in 3D, you will learn key

skills that underpin research, design and development. You’ll achieve this through a mixture of classes and

workshops teaching sewing and presentation skills to digital skills and pattern cutting using gerber CAD/CAM.

You will complete the year showcasing your work at a professional fashion show.

YeAR TwO...Core skills are refined and advanced via hands-onworkshops and classes. The focus is on ‘live’ designprojects where you will negotiate a professional

placement within the industr y to better understand all aspects of fashion commerciality. Building from last year,

you will round off the year showcasing a selection of your work at a fashion show.

YeAR THRee...The final year demands a self-directed approach with

modules including a series of ‘warm-up’ projects followed by the development and presentation of your finalcollection. You’ll take ownership of your por tfolio

choosing how to digitally present it and, in some cases, a shor t promotional video is created. On successful

completion of the course, final year students will have the oppor tunity to par ticipate in our high profile

graduate Show in London and possibly outside of the UK.

“i found out about CSVPA through UCAS and when i came for my inter view i fell in love with the place. The atmosphere is really great, the people are lovely and i felt this was for me. it is so good here you have so much help

and so much suppor t.”

Smita Shantilal Mistr y | Ba (hons)Fashion design

“After the Ar t Foundation course, iprogressed to the BA programme with the invaluable guidance and suppor t from the

staff. i learnt a lot including photography and technical fashion skills and how to approach a

project proper ly and professionally. Developing a project through to the end has

been a massive learning curve.”

Phuong Anh nguyen | Ba (hons)Fashion design

100% OF OUR FASHiOnSTUDenTS ARe eiTHeR

wORKing in inDUSTRY ORARe in HigHeR eDUCATiOn STUDYing FOR A MASTeR’S

enTRY requireMents

age 18 years +

educational level A levels plus Foundation, Access to Higher education or equivalent

english level ieLTS 6.0+ (ieLTS 5.5+ will be considered, with no element below 5.5)

portfolio good por tfolio of work

ucas code C06

ucas course code w230

course length 3 years

course start September

contact time Up to 27 hours per week

english language Up to 5 hours per week if required

progression You can study at Postgraduate level or find industr y careers within design, styling, marketing, manufacturing, visual merchandising or buying and selling

• Mannequin for each student

• All calico for toiles

• All pattern cutting paper and card

• Various fabrics for set projects including corsetr y and tailoring supplies

• Basic inter linings

• Screen printing with inks and foil

• Fabric dyes

• Free printing up to A3 colour

we provide

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BA (HOnS) graphics & illustration

This course offers a dynamic and exciting approach to thepractice of graphics & illustration. By fostering the

development of great ideas and challenging existing thinking in the subject, you will be equipped with the tools to help define your future and find an individual voice within the field of visual

communication.

You will be encouraged to explore innovative and experimental methods of defining your practice as a credible designer or

illustrator. Teaching comprises of hands-on workshops and talks by industr y professionals. You will also have an oppor tunity to

showcase your work at the Cambridge Ar t & Design exhibition and in the London graduate Show.

• Your own workspace and iMac

• Lecturers are based in your studio all day, every day

• Guest speakers offering one-to-one advice, helping you to build industr y contacts

• Small group and one-to-one assistance with essay and disser tation writing

• Guaranteed par ticipation in the end-of-year exhibition

CSVPA BeneFits

FAnTASTiC TRACK ReCORD OF PROgReSSing STUDenTS inTO wORK OR A MASTeR’S AT THe BeSTinSTiTUTiOnS inCLUDing THe ROYAL COLLege OF ART AnD UniVeRSiTY OF THe ARTS LOnDOn

“i have enjoyed the people on the course the most - compared to other classes it feels more of a community and with a family vibe. everyone in my year suppor ts each other and tutors always make time to help you out which is really refreshing.”

Kenneth wilson gardner Jr | Ba (hons) graphics & illustration

YeAR One...Through the integration of practical workshops and

themed project assignments, you will explore thefundamental basics of visual communication. emphasis is placed on idea development as you pull together your

own unique visual language.

“i have a sketchbook wor th of research and ideas which has really built up my confidence. it’s amazing how quickly the whole class has developed and adjusted with the course. The small class size and the tutors are so accessible, you get the attention there and then, when you need it. i love the fact we have our own Macs, it’s fantastic - i couldn’t

fault the facilities.”

Rachel Hannah Smith | Ba (hons) graphics & illustration

YeAR TwO...Modules build on existing knowledge and creative

thinking but they also allow you todevelop skills within a chosen specialism. By

exploring themes, concepts and a wide range of media, the focus remains on refining your

individual direction with the aid of self-evaluation.

YeAR THRee...This is the culmination of your study and the beginning of a career in the creative ar ts environment. The year begins with a

variety of projects that suppor t a critical and imaginative approach to visual communication. A self-initiated programme of studyfollows, where you will explore a specific area of interest in depth. Aided by tutors and industr y specialists, you will complete

a full body of work from which to select your own professional por tfolio.

What to expectenTRY requireMents

age 18 years +

educational level A levels plus Foundation, Access to Higher education or equivalent

english level ieLTS 6.0+ (ieLTS 5.5+ will be considered, with no element below 5.5)

portfolio good por tfolio of work

ucas code C06

ucas course code w990

course length 3 years

course start September



progression You can study at Postgraduate level or find careers within industr y including Magazine Publishing or Adver tising and roles such as graphic Designer, Ar t Director, Freelance illustrator

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PROJeCTS AnD ASSignMenTS ARe AT THe HeART OF THe

COURSe, AnD AS A STUDenT, YOU ARe enCOURAgeD TOeXPLORe innOVATiVe AnD

eXPeRiMenTAL wAYS OFDeFining YOUR

PRACTiCe AS A DeSigneROR iLLUSTRATOR.

ART & DeSign

There are two distinct pathways onto the Pre-Master’s programme and both offer shor t, intense learning

experiences, which are tailored to suit your ar tistic discipline.

pre-Master’s

“THe TeACHeRS ARe gReAT. THeY ARe DYnAMiC AnD

ACTiVe & SHARe A weALTH OF KnOwLeDge ACROSS ALL THe FieLDS OF ART & DeSign. THeY DO nOT ReSTRiCT YOUR iDeAS,

THeY inSPiRe YOU”Dali Xu | destination: Bartlett – March architecture

art & design pre-Master’s

creative industries PATHwAY

art & design PATHwAY

if you are an international student with an art & design degree completed outside the uk and are looking to study a Master’s in the same or different ar t and design

discipline at a UK university, our Pre-Master’sprogramme will prepare you for the high level of

independence and specific learning skills demanded bya Master’s.

if you are an international student who has completed an undergraduate degree but in a non-art & design subject we offer a consultative Pre-Master’s that gives you a route into the creative industries. we work with you individually to create a Pre-Master’s experience that allows you to move onto a Master’s Degree in the UK within the creative industries, including exciting Master’s courses like Fashion Brand Management, Ar t History, Product Design,

Adver tising, and Ar ts Business/Management.

Both routes are designed to bridge the gap between your experience and ambition to study at

postgraduate level. they will also give you theexperience you need and an understanding of uk

learning and teaching styles.

BusinessUnDeRgRADUATe DegRee

examples of MA Progression includes Ar t Business,Ar ts Management, Fashion Promotion, Brand

Management, Ar t Market Appraisal, Ar t History and Fashion Marketing.

engineeringUnDeRgRADUATe DegRee

examples of MA Progression includes ProductDesign, Urban Planning, Design & Builtenvironment, 3D Space and interiors.

Media/JournalisMUnDeRgRADUATe DegRee

examples of MA Progression includes Adver tising,Moving image, Ar ts Business, Ar ts Management,

Fashion Promotion and Design & Creative economy.

architectureUnDeRgRADUATe DegRee

examples of MA Progression includes UrbanPlanning, Design & Built environment, 3D Space,

interiors, Ceramics and Photography.

art & designUnDeRgRADUATe DegRee

examples of MA Progression includes any MA (MAFashion Design & MA Architecture applicants

MUST have a BA in that subject as well).

creative industrY pathWaY eXAMPLeS*

*These are for example purposes only and can be used as a guide. All applications for Pre-Master’s will need to be

approved by the Academic Director for the Pre-Master’s programme at CSVPA. Approval is based on grades and

subject of BA, por tfolio, progression goals, and anyrelevant work experience as well as the Pre-Master’s entr y

requirements.

enTRY requireMents

age 20 years +

educational level

Ar t & Design | Undergraduate Degree in an Ar t & Design subject completed

Creative industries | Undergraduate Degree completed

english level September star t: ieLTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) January star t: ieLTS 6.0+

portfolio

Ar t & Design | good por tfolio of work

Creative industries | Dependant on destination

start September | January

award Only students who star t in

September and successfully

complete the year will receive

a graduate Diploma in Ar t &

Design Awarded by Kingston

University

course length 1 or 2 semesters



progression

Ar t & Design | Master’s in Ar t and Design

Creative industries | Master’s in the Creative industries

What to expect

diagnostic STAge 1You will assess your existing knowledge and skills(technical, conceptual and contextual) and build

on these so that broad skills and references can be applied to all disciplines before specific disciplines

are focused on.

This stage introduces reflective practice, research/study skills, criticism of contemporary practice and a variety of tutorials, workshops, peer presentations

and seminars.

reFlective STAge 2Specially tailored activities allow you to learn and develop critical thinking and scholar ly methods,

which helps exploratory research into yourMaster’s, research proposals and final por tfolio.

active STAge 3You will focus on the development of your own creative practice through detailed research and

development. The final outcome is a majorcritically appraised project which forms the

platform for continued research and study on a Master’s Programme in the UK.

choose a pre-Master’s iF You......are switching discipline between BA and MA

...have studied your Degree outside the UK

...need to improve your english language level

...need to adapt to UK teaching styles

...need to develop your por tfolio

...need help developing potential lines for research

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FOUnDATiOn DiPLOMA

This course is fundamental if you want to progress to university to study Ar t & Design at Degree level. if you have completed high school, the Foundation Diploma will give you the oppor tunity to study a wide range of Ar t & Design

disciplines.

in art & designACCReDiTeD BY UniVeRSiTY OF THe ARTS LOnDOn AwARDing BODY

age 17 years +

educational level Completed Senior High School with A levels or equivalent

english level ieLTS 4.5+

portfolio Personal and school, finished and prepared

start September

1ST TeRM...After a week of sampling all optional subjects, you will pick three of these subjects to study over a rotational period. You will also consider which university you wish to apply to and you are suppor ted and advised by lecturers whilst making your university UCAS applications. At the end of this term you will have an introduction to your chosen

specialist area.

2nD TeRM...You will be set a number of projects which you will work on in your specialist area. During this time you will also develop your por tfolio, ready for university

inter views.

3RD TeRM...This term is all about your final major project. As par t of this you will also complete a journal which is a reflection and evaluation of your work. At the end of term, we will celebrate your achievements by holding an exhibition of

student work, publishing a graphics magazine or staging a fashion show.

course length 3 terms



progression Ar t & Design Degree

enTRY requireMents

SPeCiALiSMBreakdoWn

Fashion design

Key to Foundation is idea development through research and knowledge of fashion in context. Critical thinking is encouraged so

you can assess what is good and bad in order for fur ther progression. You will learn how to take your ideas from sketch to catwalk, and how to learn the physical making of a garment, from choosing the correct material to pinning and draping materials on a dummy and sewing the

final pattern.

example skills learned | Fashion illustration, Customisation,Translating Designs From 2D Drawings to 3D garments, garment

Making, Research and Sketch Book Development

preparation for | Fashion Design, Fashion Styling and Production, Fashion Design & Development, Creative Direction for Fashion, Fashion Retail Management, Footwear Design, Textile Design, Fashion Marketing

Fashion Promotion and imaging, Fashion: Media and Marketing,Cordwrainers - Footwear, Product Design and Development.

Fashion proMotion

This combines of all the creative elements of the fashion industr ywithout creating garments; it’s the styling, marketing and promotion. You are not only exposed to the graphic design components of fashion, such as the design of a fashion label or fashion magazine page layout, but you will also learn the business fundamentals of selling a fashion product. A

passion for the industr y and an eye for creativity aremust-haves if you are to excel in the world of fashion promotion.

example skills learned | Fashion Marketing, Trend Repor ting and Prediction, Por tfolio Development

preparation for | Fashion Styling and Production, Creative Direction for Fashion, Fashion Styling, Fashion Retail Management, Fashion

Promotion, Fashion Journalism

Fine art

Fine Ar t is based around ideas and concepts behind the subject. it asks questions, evokes emotion and tells a stor y. Foundation level focuses

on experimental creativity where you will create works of interestusing taught skills tailored around idea development and realisation.

From Conceptual Ar t to Contemporary Fine Ar t, you are taught how to present your finished pieces using a mixed range of media.

example skills learned | Painting & Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking,Fine Ar t Film

preparation for | Fine Ar t Degree

graphics & illustration

graphic Design is a highly creative methodology of organisingtypography and images for reproduction both on and offline. There are

numerous sub cultures within graphic design, which lead to specialist careers such as game design, so you are taught the fundamentals which

facilitate transition into these areas. Professional graphicDesigners adapt to designing for web, mobile, TV and the more

traditional publishing routes.

example graphics skills learned | Page Design, Photography,Adver tising & Promotion

illustration is about creating an image, not just drawing it, using a range of techniques such as print making, photography and digital

manipulation. image creation is required for TV and web reproduction and, with skills in illustration, you can find careers in animation.

example illustration skills learned | 3D illustration, ColourTechnique, Drawing & Mark Making

preparation for | graphic Communication Design, illustrationAnimation, graphic and Media Design, Communication Design, 3D

game Design, Media Communications, web Design, Children’s Book illustration

theatre arts

Using a variety of techniques, you will learn how to create functional stage environments and make-up looks whilst ensuring that costumes are fit for purpose and enhance the

actors’ performance.

SeT DeSignUsing a variety of techniques involving lighting and colour play, learn how to create

innovative stage environments that match the functional requirements of aperformance or play.

example skills learned | Making & Modelling Props, Proper ties Of Space, Design ForPerformance, Story/Play Analysis

COSTUMeThe key to good Costume Design is ensuring it’s fit for purpose - this requires an

appreciation of the acting involved. You will create designs that balance comfor t withfunctionality whilst ensuring the end result enhances a performance.

example skills learned | Costume Research & illustration, Production, SketchbookDevelopment

MAKe UPYou will learn techniques to create glamorous looks through to the other spectrum of

special effect make-up.

example skills learned | Techniques: Ageing, Scarring, Cuts, Body Painting, Creation and Use Of Prosthetics, Contemporary, Historical and Classical Make-up

preparation for | Theatre Performance and event Design, Theatre and Screen: Costume interpretation, Makeup and Hair Design, Theatre Studies, Make-up & Prosthetics, Character

Creation & Technical effects

applied craFt

Applied Craft is concerned with the creation of handmade, one-off objects in a variety ofmaterials including metal, wood, plastic, ceramic and glass. You will be introduced to a range of techniques and design restraints so you can select the correct materials for the designpurpose. idea development is key because you can choose to specialise with a material or

continue to do general Applied Craft at university.

example skills learned | glass: Fusing, Slumping & Lost wax Mould Making Ceramics:glazing, Slip Casting & Resin Casting. Metal Craft: Jeweller y Making, Soldering & Texturing

preparation for | Jeweller y and Silversmithing, Contemporary Crafts, Fashion Jeweller y, Ceramics, 3D Design, Design Crafts

STUDenTS ARe SUPPLieD wiTH nOn-PReCiOUS

MeTALS (e.g. COPPeR) AnD ALL CeRAMiC PROViSiOnS

inCLUDing CLAY, CASTing MATeRiALS & PLYwOOD

Moving iMage

You will be introduced to the world of digital shor t film production and 3D animation. Many use this as a

stepping-stone towards adver tising, feature films, TV orcameramen and even directorship. group work is the

predominant teaching format due to the collaborative nature of project work but for your final project, you will work

independently.

example skills learned | Pixilation, green Screen, SFX UsingAdobe After effects, Motion Tracking, Drawn Animation and Stop

Motion, Video editing and DV Authoring, Rotoscoping

preparation for | Media and Communications, Animation,graphic Design, Film Practice, Visual effects, 3D game Design,

Computer Visualisation and Animation, Film and TelevisionProduction, Digital Film Production, interactive Media Design

photographY

Using simple teaching techniques, you will be introduced to allelements of photography, from concept through to ar t direction, digital photography and print media. Our teachers specialise in

different areas of photography e.g. fashion, fine ar t, photojournalism, so you are able to develop your preferred area of

photography with the help of exper ts in the field.

example skills learned | exposure & Shutter Speed,Perspective & Depth Of Field, Alternative Processes, wetProcessing and Printing, Digital imagery and Manipulation,

elements of Composition

preparation for | Photography, Adver tising Photography, Fine Ar t Photography, Photo Journalism, Fashion Photography, Digital

Photography, Documentar y Photography

inTeRiOR DeSign & ARCHiTeCTURespatial design

Spatial Design is the practise of creating and managing space. You will learn how to be set a problem, research it, push the idea throughdevelopment and create a computer model. interior design and

architecture have similar design concepts so they share the sameproject brief, which not only encourages creativity but gives you the

oppor tunity to experiment before deciding which area to specialise in for your final year project.

example skills learned | Site Surveying, Plan and elevation Drawing To Scale, Casting and Model Making, Research, Presentation and

Por tfolio Preparation

preparation for | Spatial Design, interior Design, interior Architecture, interior Design environment Architectures, Landscape Design,

Architecture

product design

Product Design is about the reproduction and manufacturing of aproduct. You are required to find the balance between

functionality and style via an intensive design and redesign process.Our teaching encourages idea development and a critical

approach, so scoping out project requirements becomes habitual.

example skills learned | CAD (computer aided design) Concept generation, Prototype Making

preparation for | Product Design, Furniture Design, Design forindustr y, Automotive Design, Transpor t Design, 3D Design

coMpulsorY SUBJeCTS

ViSUAL STUDieSThis all-encompassing subject ensures you have a solid understanding of drawing-based theory including mark

making, colour theory and perspective theory that takes into account how work is reproduced.

LiFe DRAwingThis is a highly influential toolkit for graphic designers,

illustrators and fashion designers alike, because the human body forms the basis of everything we do and feel. You will

learn about the human form, the model, cultures and shapes to better your craft.

COnTeXTUAL STUDieSTwo basic areas are covered; the histor y of ar t and design and the teachings of the contemporary world. You will be

encouraged to question the context of your projects so you appreciate how the work has evolved and what will happen

to it next.

engLiSH TRAiningThrough a variety of teaching styles, we focus on four key skills you need to pass your ieLTS exam; listening, reading, writing and spoken english. This subject is linked with your

Contextual Studies lectures so you are better equipped with vocabular y to explain your workings and promote your final

pieces.

access to HigHeR eDUCATiOnA two-term intensive programme that is aimed at students who lack the skills and por tfolio to progress onto an

Undergraduate Degree in Fashion Design, graphics & illustration, Product Design or Spatial Design.

This programme will teach you to think and work independently and to develop your own individual creative ideas.

KeY SKiLLS learnt

Fashion design

if you dream of a career in the fashion industr y but don’t know how to design and make your own garments, CSVPA will train you to become a Fashion Designer.

technical skills gained...Fabric selection and use, draping, garment construction,surface design, pattern cutting, using professional sewingmachines, heat presses and the latest software technology.

progression...guaranteed place on the csvpa Ba (hons) Fashiondesign programme or pathways into other Ar t Schools offering Fashion Styling and Production, Fashion Development, Fashion Promotion and Textile Design.

graphics & illustration

The world of web and digital design, publishing and adver tising can only be entered into with a sound knowledge of graphics and illustration. This course allows you to explore these two integral subject areas giving you the skills to become highly employable in a chosen speciality.

technical skills gained...Creative use of industr y standard design software/hardware, printmaking, typography, bookbinding, drawing, colour techniques and interactive design via 3D workshops in moving image and animation.

progression...Ba (hons) graphics & illustration at csvpa or you can study a range of subject areas at other universities including graphic Communications, illustration Animation, Communication Design and graphic & Media Design.

keY skills LeARnT

drawing for researchKnowledge and understanding

of visual language

Appreciation of a range of materials,approaches, techniques and theories

Ability to communicate with imagery through research

presentation skillsAbility to debate generic and specific

materials

Reflection on previous learning experiences to enhance work

photographyTheory

Digital and wet processingStudio and location work

english preparationSuppor t with ieLTS

Research and study skills

geneRAL enTRY requireMents

age 17 years +

educational level Completion of High School / Secondary education

english level September Star t: ieLTS 4.5+ | January Star t: ieLTS 5.0+

portfolio evidence of commitment to chosen Access Course

start September (extended Access - 1 term of english Language followed by Access) January

course length 3 terms (September star t) | 2 terms (January star t)

taught contact time Up to 25 hours per week


product design

if you have an interest in how products are designed but haven’t had the oppor tunity or technical environment in place to fulfil your passion, this course gives you the oppor tunity to develop the required technical skills and build

a por tfolio to help you onto the right career path.

technical skills gained...An understanding of material usage and manipulation, illustration and photography software, machine and hand tools, model creation, 2D/3D idea development through sketchbook work and confidence in using industr y standard

design software.

progression...Undergraduate Degrees in 3D Design, Product Design,Furniture Design, Transpor t Design, Automotive Design.

spatial design

Do you like playing with space, moving furniture or hanging pictures to tr y and improve your environment? if your

passion lies in Spatial Design and you know you want to specialise in this subject at university, this course will get you

on the right path to your chosen career.

technical skills gained...Students learn how to manipulate and use various materials and receive training in machine and hand tools, as well as industr y standard design software/hardware, such as illustration and photography software. They create working models and sketch models whilst developing their ideas

through sketchbook work, both 2D and 3D.

progression...Undergraduate Degrees in Spatial Design, interior Design,

Landscape Design, interior Architecture.

eXTenDeD DiPLOMAin art & design

if you want to pursue a career in Ar t & Design and have not completed high school, this two year programme is the

ideal route for you and is essential if you want to study Ar t &Design at Degree level.

What to expect

YeAR One...You will develop your drawing skills through compulsory

subject areas including Visual Studies, Life Drawing,Contextual Studies and english Language training. 2D and

3D creative design processes are introduced (Fine Ar t, graphics, Textiles & Surface Design) as well as lens-based

media (Photography or Moving image)

YeAR TwO...You will pick three optional subject areas to study over a rotational period whilst considering university applications with the guidance and suppor t of lecturers. By the second term, you will continue to focus on your chosen specialism and develop a por tfolio for university inter views. As par t

of your final major project, you will also complete a journal which is a reflection and evaluation of your work. At the end of term, we will celebrate your achievements by holding an

exhibition of student work, publishing a graphics magazine orstaging a fashion show.

ACCReDiTeD BY UniVeRSiTY OF THeARTS LOnDOn AwARDing BODY

age

educational level

english level

portfolio

start

course length

taught contact time

english language

progression

geneRAL enTRY requireMents

16 years +

Completed 11 years’ schooling

ieLTS 5.0+

Limited required

September

2 years

Up to 23 hours per week

Up to 5 hours per weekif required

Ar t & Design Degree

OPTiOnALsuBJect areas

FASHiOn DeSign

FASHiOn PROMOTiOn

Fine ART

gRAPHiCS & iLLUSTRATiOn

SPATiAL DeSign

PRODUCT DeSign

MOVing iMAge

PHOTOgRAPHY

THeATRe ARTS

APPLieD CRAFT

if you are an international student who has completed high school and you need to develop your Ar t & Design skills fur ther before joining a Foundation course, you can join in January for two terms or join in March for one term. Similar to the extended Diploma, you will build on your drawing skills through compulsory subject areas, as well as developing basic skills in a variety of specialist disciplines such as moving image and photography.

we giVe YOU THe FReeDOM TO eXPeRiMenT BeFORe FOCUSing YOUR ATTenTiOn On YOUR DegRee COURSe


age 17 years +

educational level Completed High School

english level ieLTS 4.5+

portfolio Limited required

start March

course length 1 term

taught contact time Up to 23 hours per week


progression Foundation

enTRY requireMents

17 years +

Completed High School

ieLTS 4.5+

Limited required

January

2 terms

Up to 23 hours per week

Up to 5 hours per weekif required

Foundation

1 term 2 terms

ART & DeSignpre-Foundation

THe FOUnDATiOn COURSe giVeS YOU A

CHAnCe TO eXPLORe ALL THe CReATiVe ROUTeSeSSenTiAL TO PUSHing

YOUR CReATiVe BOUnDARieS

wHAT we LOOK FOR ina portFolio

when students apply to any of our courses, we are often asked “what should i include in my por tfolio?” and “how many pieces do you want to see?” For

us it is less about the number of pieces and more about what you put in there. Quality is more impor tant than quantity; show us your best work.

At CSVPA, we are looking for students to demonstrate originality and motivation. You need to show us that you are interested in the subject area you are applying for. if you are passionate about something, show it! it is less about the final piece and more about the thought process you have gone through. Show us your research and ideas in sketchbooks or notebooks and

show us a variety of work which demonstrates the skills and experienceyou have.

ALL OF OUR LeCTUReRS ARe Working artists and designers wHO BRingVALUABLe eXPeRienCe


this is what makes us unique

art & design STAFF

Chris Maughan | head of college

Jane Herzog | deputy head, course director Fashion& surface design

John Blackman | course director graphics& illustration

Kevin Har t | academic director & coursedirector pre-Master’s

Renata grant | course leader artFoundation

Lara Bjornson | course leader extended diploma

Richard Bray | photography, sculpture &contextual studies lecturer

Mandy Doyle | Ba illustration Module leader

Ben Maughan | Moving image lecturer

issam Kourbaj | Fine art lecturer

Andrew Luetchford | life drawing & visualstudies lecturer

Paul Morgan | 3d & spatial design lecturer

Stephen Reed | product design lecturer Mandy Davies Kent | life drawing & visual

studies lecturer

Cassie Sharman | applied craft lecturer

Kat Foreman | applied craft & theatrearts lecturer

Suzanne Allen | theatre arts lecturer

Ann Sun | Ba graphics & illustration Module leader

Tiina Bur ton | Ba Fashion technical lecturer

Louise Flor y | Fashion lecturer

Joanne Kay | Fashion design lecturer

Dr Richard Herzog | research & study skills lecturer

Ruper t Morgan | course leader access tohigher education

Anya Kurvazina | graphics & illustration lecturer

Tom Davies Kent | life drawing, contextual studies& visual studies lecturer

nancy Bakopoulou | 3d interior design lecturer

Jon Corden | Fashion promotion lecturer

iona McCuaig | craft lecturer

Alice Maughan | Fashion lecturer

Chloe ward | Fashion promotion lecturer

Peter Buncombe | photography lecturer

Tom Mar ty | personal tutor Foundation

nina Dobson | Ba Fashion design lecturer

Rachel Hutchins | Ba Fashion design lecturer

Jenny Chim | pattern cutting lecturer

Belgin Vehbi | pattern cutting lecturer

Alina Moat | pattern cutting lecturer

Alina Popa | Ba Fashion technician

gina Tornatore | Ba contextual studies lecturer

Michelle Jones | Ba contextual studies lecturer

Andrew Foster | Ba graphics & illustrationModule leader

Michael Alsford | Ba graphics & illustrationModule leader

Laura Purseglove | Ba graphics & illustrationModule leader

Simon emery | Ba graphics & illustrationModule leader

Jo Fernihaugh | graphics & illustration lecturer

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