News - June 25
Ali Stevenson, one of our graduating degree students, held a magical exhibition Overhauled at The Old Dairy, Ringstead. The work was perfectly placed in this atmospheric location, especially chosen, as the work has been created using detritus found on this four mile stretch of beach. The aim of this work is to highlight the issues of pollution and waste in our seas.
A visitor exclaimed "Brilliant intent and execution. Talent in action!"
News - April 25
Students curate exhibition for the Town of Culture 2025 Launch Party!
The year 1, Foundation Degree in Art & Design Practice, selected and installed the Fine Art works ready for this prestigious event, a celebration of the vibrant cultural scene in Portland and Weymouth. The exhibition showcased conceptual artworks that included; performance, sculpture, video, sound work.
Rocca Holly Nambi, Director of B-side said of the launch, that it was: “the perfect way to kick off Portland and Weymouth Towns of Culture 2025".
News - March 25
'What an unforgettable evening! For this years radical work experience Weymouth College visual arts students and the Friendly Society of Artistic Labourers took over Dorset Museum to showcase The Hidden Side of The Museum.
From captivating performances to thought-provoking art installations, each artwork breathed new life into our spaces and offered fresh perspectives to our collections.
Well done to everyone involved, your hard work really paid off!' Dorset Museum
"Fab to see students so committed to their work & delivering it with such ingenuity & creativity" Ripple Workshop
'We loved the moral question brought about by the pillaging of printed birds from the wall' Arts in Hospital
'Hope for future creatives... brilliant event thank you' Stephen Yates Artist
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News - March 25
Creative workshop and exhibition at Anning House, Weymouth.
Brigit Bentley-Stein, who is studying on the Foundation Degree in Art & Design Practice, worked with the elderly residents to explore the concept of “holding memories”. The group made pinch pots while thinking and talking about happy moments in their lives. These special memories were imprinted in sculptural pieces and exhibited alongside The artists' work, which explores themes of memory and loss.​​
News - March 25
Commissioned by Friends of Weymouth Train Station and funded by Network Rail, our year 1 students on the Level 3 Diploma in Art & Design were tasked to design and make sculptures inspired by natural seed pods & forms. To be mounted on a steel poles and displayed at the front of the Station.
Jeanie Angus from the Friends said “I am thrilled with the sculptures, they will add interest to the flowerbeds and draw the eye up off the planting at winter time and still look wonderful when everything has grown up and in full flower."
News - February 25
Costume concept artist and theatre designer, maker & writer​, Sophie Fretwell delivered a seminar and tutorials to Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design, as part of their costume illustration project. Sophie, who has worked for companies including; Lucasfilm, DC and Marvel, English Heritage and The National Trust, created a real industry focus and direction to guide the students approach.
News - December 24
Students on Level 3 Art & Design Diploma, showcased their work at Steampunk Asylum, held at Nothe Fort in December. Commissioned by Weymouth Bid and supported by the Weldmar Hospicecare charity shops, students sourced materials thoughtfully to reimagine discarded textiles into striking designs inspired by steampunk aesthetic.
News - October 24
Students from our Level 4 and 5 courses spent five days exploring the dynamic arts and cultural scene of Berlin. Ambitious art and design works were seen in the Berlinische, Hamburger Bahnhof, Boros Collection and Neue National. Whilst to soak up the city, walks to landmarks, the famous Gallery Districts and Occupied Buildings. This trip will feed the students imagination, inspiration and project work.
News - September 24
The UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design students spent the day amongst dinosaur footprints at The Engine Shed, Portland. They used this enigmatic building to explore and experiment with site specific installation. Using temporary forms made of found materials, sticks and cardboard, they created immersive responses using lighting, sound and projections.
OUR COURSES
At Weymouth College, our Creative Industry courses are carefully designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the professional world. Through practical experiences, industry insights, and tailored guidance, we provide you with the skills, connections, and confidence needed to succeed in your chosen career.
LEARN MORE about our industry links and work experience:
UAL Art & Design
Level 2
This one year diploma at Level 2 is the equivalent of GCSE level study.
The course is taught as a series of projects that develop creative skills and experiences in a range of Art and Design disciplines, including drawing, painting, textiles, sculpture, printmaking and visual communication.
The course includes access to trips, visiting artist lectures, work experiences, exhibition of work and live projects set by industry professionals. Students develop CV, portfolio and promotional materials.
UAL Art & Design
Level 3 + Level 3 Extended Diploma
This two year diploma in Art & Design follows GCSE or Level 2 study.
The course aims to enable students to succeed within the Creative Arts industry, or to progress to the Foundation Diploma and Higher Education.
With development of skills across a range of digital and traditional media including sculpture, painting, drawing, Adobe suite, photography, textiles and printmaking. This study is supported by visits, work experience opportunities and visiting artists, designers and professionals. ​​
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UAL Photography
Level 3 + Level 3 Extended Diploma
This two year diploma in Photography follows on from GCSE/Level 2 study.
Students are taught to explore and experiment with a variety of traditional and digital photography and related media. Using our purpose built darkroom, professional studio and digital suite.
The course begins to develop the artistic and technical skills needed for working within the lens-based creative and digital industries. Students will take part in work experience, exhibitions and live projects.
UAL Foundation Diploma Art & Design - FULL TIME STUDY
Level 3 - 4
The Foundation Diploma is an exciting journey which prepares you for your creative future. Students learn and explore a wide variety of art and design skills. The course is taught by specialist lecturers through workshops, seminars, lectures and trips. Life drawing classes form an important element of study. Students develop their work in a dedicated studio space, developing a level of independence and autonomy that will support university level study or professional work.
UAL Foundation Diploma Art & Design - PART TIME STUDY
Level 3 - 4
The PART TIME Foundation Diploma is Studied over two years; year 1 taught on Monday and Tuesday, year 2 on Wednesday and Thursday.
This is a perfect course for anyone who has an interest in developing their art and design practice. Using our specialist facilities in print, painting, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, photography, installation and digital media.
The course is taught by specialist lecturers through workshops, seminars, lectures & trips. Life drawing classes form an important element of study.​
Foundation Degree
Art & Design Practice
Level 4 - 5
The first two years of Degree Level study, The objective of the course is the teaching of the fundamentals of creative practice across Art, Design and Lens-based media, on an academic and practical level.
The course enables students to become contemporary, flexible and fluid practitioners within their chosen field. Through the two years students begin to specialise their direction and undertake professional practices and opportunities as part of the course.
Students have access to a BA (hons) top up year with Plymouth University.
This course recruits Biannually.
