- - WJEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
We are updating our Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design to ensure it remains current and reflects feedback from centres.
We held an initial meeting with centres in November 2024 to help inform our thinking and we are now seeking views from centres on our high-level proposals. Feedback at this stage will inform the final shape and content of the qualification. The link to the consultation can be found below.
About the qualification
The principal aim of the qualification is to provide the context in which learners can build on previous experience, identifying and interpreting their strengths and the most suitable specialist progression pathways. This is achieved through continuous diagnostic and progressive exploration of methods and concepts particular to Art, Craft and Design, which extends critical independence and enables learners to demonstrate a full understanding of the relevant standards required to achieve specialist progression.
With over a hundred different undergraduate disciplines in the fields of art, craft and design to choose from, the WJEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design helps learners to make appropriate choices and prepares them for Higher Education or future employment within creative visual disciplines.
Why reform?
Since the launch of the qualification in its current form in 2017, there have been many developments in the creative industry. Therefore, there is a need to update content and terminology to reflect the creative sector and the evolving needs of learners.
There is scope to simplify the administrative burden for centres around assessment, whilst ensuring that awarding and reporting mechanisms remain informative and robust.
Consultation questions
To provide your views on these proposals please complete the online response here.
The closing date for the consultation is 31st January 2025.
Get involved
There are several ways to get involved in the reform of our Level 3 Foundation Art and Design qualification:
For further information, please email qualificationdevelopment@wjec.co.uk