Art, Design and Creative Studies (SEG Level 2 Award)
Suitable for beginners | 30 weeks | October start
This level 2 accredited course will equip you with the tools and principles to develop your creativity in art, design, and crafts.
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Our short courses give you the chance to invest in yourself and further your practical skills that you'll use for years to come. All our courses give you a distinct learning experience and you'll leave with transferrable skills that will open doors for you.
Check out our practical skills courses below – including level 2 qualifications – alternatively, take a look at our full short course listings.
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The Essential Interior Design Programme (SEG Level 2 Award)
Suitable for beginners | 30 weeks | October start
This comprehensive level 2 practical course will give you the skills needed to design interior spaces with flair and imagination.
Jewellery Design (SEG Level 2 Award)
Suitable for beginners | 30 weeks | October start
On this level 2 accredited course you'll develop essential skills and build your confidence to create your own jewellery designs.
The Complete Photography Course (SEG Level 2 Award)
Suitable for beginners | 30 weeks | October start
This level 2 accredited course gives you an understanding of photographic processes and practices in the photo-imaging industry.
Complete Graphic Design (SEG Level 2 Award)
Suitable for beginners | 30 weeks | October start
This 30-week Level 2 accredited course explores the creative possibilities of graphics in print, publishing and digital practices.
Clothes Making – an Introduction (stage 1)
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
This practical course will equip you with the skills needed to design and make your own garments with confidence.
Customised Pattern Cutting and Fitting (stage 2)
Suitable for intermediate | 10 weeks | January start
This advanced hands-on course gives you the essential skills of pattern making so you'll be able to create your own clothes with confidence.
Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop (stage 1)
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
Learn how to design and make your own unique, stunning silver jewellery with this highly practical course.
Silversmithing Jewellery Workshop (stage 2)
Suitable for intermediate | 10 weeks | October and January start
This advanced silversmithing course gives you the chance to elevate your skills and become a more accomplished jewellery maker.
Mixed Metals and Stone Setting Jewellery – Workshop
Suitable for intermediate | 10 weeks | October and January start
This hands-on advanced course will introduce you to working with a range of mixed metals used in jewellery construction.
Silverclay Jewellery Workshop
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
On this exciting introductory course, you'll learn how to work with metal clay to design and create beautiful silver jewellery.
Interior Design – an Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
This practical course will give you an overview of the fundamental skills and theories required for interior design.
AutoCAD and SketchUp for Interior Design
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
This course is perfect for beginners looking for an introduction to AutoCAD and SketchUp for Interior Design.
Introduction to Digital Sculpting using ZBrush
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | January start
On this introductory course, you'll learn how to build highly detailed models with ZBrush, an industry standard software.
Blender 3D Creation Suite – an Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 15 weeks | January start
This course introduces you to specialist 3D design software Blender and provides you with the tools to elevate your design skills.
Adobe Premiere Pro – An Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | January start
During this course you'll develop your knowledge in film editing and compilation using Adobe Premier Pro, a powerful and industry-standard tool.
The Complete Filmmaking and Editing Course – an Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
Aspiring filmmakers will gain hands-on experience in writing, filming and editing on this creative course.
The Complete Adobe Designers Course
Suitable for beginners | 15 weeks | October start
This programme covers all the essentials of working with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign specifically for designers.
Motion Graphics using After Effects – an Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
This course will enable you to master Adobe After Effects, an industry-standard animation, motion graphics and VFX application.
Digital Photography – Essential Techniques (stage 1)
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
Master your camera, take creative control, and learn to take photos with confidence with this practical course.
Creative Photography – Developing Techniques (stage 2)
Suitable for intermediate | 10 weeks | October and January start
This hands-on advanced photography course explores advanced camera functions, flash, composition and creative techniques.
Photo-Editing using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October and January start
On this practical course you'll learn professional techniques exploring Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for post-production purposes.
Memoir and Autofiction Writing – an Introduction
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | January start
On this course, you'll have the chance to develop your writing skills to take your first steps into writing a biography.
Leathercraft – Handmade Accessories
Suitable for beginners | 10 weeks | October start
On this hands-on course, you'll be introduced to the creative process and professional techniques used to make leather products.