Art, Design & Photography
From fine art to fashion and graphic design, UK students are on the world stage.
The creative industries offer many exciting and varied career paths. Whether you want to be behind the camera or in front of it, working with technology or fabric, we have a course that’s right for you. We offer high-quality courses across a range of subjects including photography, graphic design, fashion, art and textiles.
Our tutors have extensive industry experience and have developed strong links with many local and national organisations, enabling students to undertake live projects and exhibit their work regularly throughout the year.
Why Study With Us?
Professional staff
Highly qualified staff with years of industry experience.
Industry partnerships
Strong links with local and national organisations.
Trips & residentials
Residentials and trips abroad to Berlin, Disneyland Paris and Barcelona.
End of year exhibition
Students work on live briefs and exhibit their work regularly.
Art, Design & Photography Courses
- School Leavers
- Adult Learners
- University-level Courses
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Level 3 Art & Design (Textiles, Fashion, Surface Design)
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art & Design
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Access to Higher Education - Creative Arts Pathway
Start Date: September
BA (Hons) Art & Design - Arts Practice (Top-up)
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Wakefield College Creative Industries Newsletter Spring 2025
Meet Our Students
I chose to at Wakefield College after attending an Open Event – it felt much more welcoming than other colleges and the tutors were brilliant.
Art, Design & Photography
Next year, I’m going to university as I’ve been offered an unconditional place at the University of Huddersfield to study Interior Design which is my passion and dream job.
Art, Design & Photography
After I complete my A Levels, I am going to Sheffield Hallam University to study Illustration as my dream job is to be an illustrator in the creative industry.
English & Humanities, Art, Design & Photography
I’ve really enjoyed my subjects and their content and the tutors have made lessons really fun.
Art, Design & Photography, Film, Media & Television
Our support services are second to none and we are here to help you succeed.
Learn about our Support Services
Worried about the cost of studying? Financial Support maybe available.
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Applications now open. You can apply through UCAS or directly to the University Centre.
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Visit an Open Event to find out more about our courses and speak with an advisor.
View our forthcoming Open Events