Art, Design and Media Practice Foundation

Coventry University

United Kingdom, Coventry

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Coventry University

United Kingdom , Coventry

Key Facts

Program Level

Foundation

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

AHF001

Campuses

Coventry University (Coventry)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,800 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Art, Design and Media Practice Foundation

About

Course overview

The foundation diploma is a one-year, full-time preparatory course to prepare you for studio-based undergraduate higher education programmes.

We provide broad, balanced and structured teaching to help stimulate your interest in art, design and media practice.
You will have the opportunity to generate exciting work using our excellent facilities4 to build your personal independence in developing ideas. You can gain new skills with different materials and techniques, while building a substantial portfolio of work.
If you are a UK student and 18 years of age at the date of enrolment for this course, payment of tuition fees will not be required. This course is currently funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency. Applicants should check our website for the latest information regarding fees before applying or accepting offers.

Why you should study this course

The School of Art and Design at Coventry University has been producing accomplished creative graduates for over 175 years. We have a successful track record of producing graduates that have made significant contributions to the world of art and design.
Our multi-million pound Delia Derbyshire building is equipped with facilities and studios for 3D rapid prototyping, clay modelling, film, photography, video, large digital print, ceramics, printmaking, screen printing and letterpress, all with excellent technical support⁴.
You will have the opportunity to be taught in a professional studio environment alongside undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The teaching team includes practising artists and designers, with experience of exhibiting nationally or internationally (subject to change).
You may also have opportunities to take part in overseas study visits. Previous students have visited major art and design centres in Europe, visiting traditional and contemporary art exhibitions from Birmingham to Barcelona².

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Saudi Arabia

International Pathways Programme

International Foundation Year (IFY)
Tawjihiya/Thanawihya/General Secondary School Certificate with pass grades.

International Year One (IY1)
Tawjihiya/Thanawihya/General Secondary School Certificate with good grades.

Master's Qualifying Programme (MQP)
No country specific entry requirement at this time.

Undergraduate

Students applying with an International Baccalaureate. Please check the specific course page for the points needed.

Students who have successfully completed a recognised Foundation programme in the UK or internationally.

Students who have completed Year 1 of a 4 or 5 year Degree Programme in Saudi with an average CGPA of 3.0 out of 5 or 2.5 out of 4.

Students who National Diploma level qualifications High school Certificates

The foundation programme is required for students who have completed Thanawihya.

Students who hold Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations or Central Board of Secondary Education.

Students are required to have a UKVI IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill or TOEFL iBT with a score of 79 and a minimum component score of 18.

Top-up

Students who hold an Associate Degree should have CGPA of 3.0 out of 5.0.

Students who hold a Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 4.0 out of 5.0 (subject to syllabus match).

Postgraduate

Students who hold a Bachelor’s Degree should have an average grade of 60% or above.

Students who have an average grade of 70% or CGPA of 2.5 out of 4 for the Postgraduate Research programmes with a satisfactory research proposal.

Students are required to have a UKVI IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill or TOEFL iBT with a score of 88 and a minimum component score of 19.

English Program Requirements

IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Career

Careers and opportunities

When you’ve successfully completed your foundation diploma, you will have a broad portfolio demonstrating a range of skills.

You will have carefully explored your progression options, which will help you to make an informed decision about undergraduate study. You should be more confident and able to work independently in a professional manner in your chosen pathway.

In 2022/23, 93% of our Foundation Art, Design and Media Practice students progressed on to higher level study or employment.