Turn your career into a masterpiece! Working in the art and design industry is challenging and rewarding. The best thing about this exciting and creative industry is that you get to turn your passion into a career.

Is it for me?

In addition to creative talent, you will need a lot of self-belief, determination, commitment, excellent communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and in a team.

Our facilities

You'll study this subject full time at Bede Campus, you will have access to out £11 million Arts Academy, Art studio, Kiln and sewing machines.

Career ready

We work with the following employers to help you gain real work skills:Tom Nancollis - Interior Designer, Sunderland Culture, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Frank Styles (artist), Washington Arts Centre.

100%

pass rate for Art Design & Media Practice vocational and technical courses*

*Destination data, academic year 2023 (FT FE 16-18 students)