PROSPECTUS 2019-2020

1 Welcome to CSVPA

At CSVPA we offer you opportunities to develop and further your talents, whilst expecting you to take responsibility for your own studies and performance. We will give you the tools and the direction to help you succeed, however, it is you who should learn how to best use them.

We recognise the commitment and talent required to qualify for and commence studies in higher and postgraduate education and we will do all we can to ensure that your time at CSVPA is as enjoyable and as rewarding as possible. You have chosen to study on an internationally distinctive course – we aim to ensure it surpasses your expectations.

KARIN ASKHAM | RECTOR, CSVPA

2 3 Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts (CSVPA) is a dedicated arts school in one of the UK’s great university cities of the world.

Past students of CSVPA work around the globe - from to New York, Hong Kong and Shanghai to Bangkok - for some of the world’s very best design companies. Many have successfully launched their own labels.

WELCOME We will help you do the same.

At CSVPA, our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we are dedicated to giving them everything they need to succeed.

4 5 With great talent comes great SECURING PLACES AT TOP career prospects, and we are DESTINATIONS

proud to help turn our students’ We pride ourselves on helping you get to where you aspirations into reality. We create want to go - whether that is the next step in your a unique, tailored programme for creative education or your chosen career. every student, so you can be sure If you have your sights on continuing your education, whether at CSVPA or another that your chosen creative career institution, our experts are on hand to give you path will be fully catered for, and the best guidance and advice possible, including a dedicated University Application Officer who will your individuality nurtured. support you with your university application.

We match the passion you have for your art with Our Extended Diploma and Foundation students our own passion for teaching, giving you the have a fantastic track record of getting onto top industry insights you need to be successful. We Degree courses, and we provide bespoke support provide access to experts in your field of study and, to help each one. Foundation students wanting to alongside developing your talent, we encourage apply to the University of the Arts London (UAL) and help you to build your own industry contacts for example, are given one-on-one portfolio advice while you are with us. and interview preparation from a UAL lecturer to provide them with a greater chance of success. These important connections across the creative Nurturing industries - with designers, buyers, styling artists, forecasters and photographers allow you to develop both aspiration and confidence within your work, setting you on the path to your own world class prosperous future.

“I DECIDED TO STUDY MY DEGREE AT CSVPA, RATHER THAN ANOTHER UK UNIVERSITY, BECAUSE NOT ONLY IS CAMBRIDGE ONE OF MY FAVOURITE PLACES IN THE WORLD, BUT designers THE SMALL CLASS SIZES WERE REALLY IMPORTANT TO ME. THE FACILITIES ARE ALSO AMAZING, YOU HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE BUILDING.

I REALLY VALUED MY TIME SPENT AT CSVPA AND I REALLY MISS IT. THE TEACHERS “AFTER MY GRADUATE SHOW, MORE WERE SO SUPPORTIVE AND PROVIDED US WITH AS MUCH GUIDANCE DEPENDING ON THAN SIX STORES IN THE UK, ITALY THE NEEDS OF EACH INDIVIDUAL STUDENT. I STILL ASK FOR HELP FROM MY PATTERN AND HONG KONG PURCHASED MY MAKING TUTOR, AND SHE GIVES ME ALL THE TIME I NEED EVEN THOUGH I AM NOT A FINAL COLLECTION” STUDENT ANY MORE!

REO MA IF YOU WANT TO BE AN AVANT-GARDE DESIGNER LIKE ME YOU NEED TO WORK REALLY HARD AND WORK SMART. IT IS DOWN TO YOU.” BA (Hons) Fashion Design REO MA | BA (HONS) FASHION Reo graduated from CSVPA and now runs his own fashion label “Reo Ma”.

6 7 CSVPA is a small and friendly THE SKILLS YOU NEED college that treats every student TO BE SUCCESSFUL Our studios are all designed to look, feel and as an individual, not just as ‘this operate like those you will work in during your year’s intake’. You will receive the professional career, with the same buzz and atmosphere. We teach you 5 days a week, not only right level of support and guidance to improve your skills but also to get you into the to enable you to pursue your rhythm of the creative industries.

chosen career path. All our teachers have a passion for passing on the skills that the industry craves. They will give All our students are part of the CSVPA family, a you real insights into the world of work, while our vibrant, multicultural community of like-minded, courses are structured to make sure you have highly motivated, creative people who share the exper tise to be successful in your chosen Small & common dreams and ambitions. At CSVPA, you career. Importantly, we make sure you are adept will make friends across courses and years, sharing at using all the latest equipment, processes ideas and experiences that elevate your work and and programmes that the creative industries social life. themselves currently use, making you much more attractive to potential employers. With an average class size of 15 students to one friendly lecturer, this allows us to give you one-on-one We invite industry leaders and innovators to share support as well as personalised portfolio assistance their knowledge and experience with you through and advice. workshops and talks. This will provide you with invaluable insight into the creative world.

“AT CSVPA THEY ENCOURAGE YOU TO BE CREATIVE BUT IN A REALLY PROFESSIONAL WAY. YOU GET SO MUCH SUPPORT, IT FEELS LIKE BEING PART OF A BIG FAMILY.”

ESMERELDA TUOMI | BA (HONS) FASHION Destination: , , joint MA/MSc in Global Innovation Design

8 9 We support you all the

way GEORGINA HART BA (HONS) FASHION

“Being a student at CSVPA I feel so well supported by all the tutors. It’s a very free and inspiring place to work where I can do anything I want, and I have the people around me to help me to do the best I can.”

As a student at CSVPA, you will have your own design space. If you are a Graphics & Illustration student you will have access to your own iMac, while as a Fashion student you will have access to your own mannequin. This is a critical component of ensuring you have the space and resources to develop your creative skills.

What’s more, as artists you will need access to lots You can have all the equipment, materials and of materials and equipment to create successful space you need, but the key ingredient to your portfolios, without having to worry about where success is support from our talented lecturers. it is coming from. Unlike other universities and They are all working artists and designers who colleges, at CSVPA we provide all your printing, bring rich experience and industry insight to your your calico and pattern paper free of charge – so studio every day, ensuring you get high quality you can experiment, make mistakes and learn one-on-one time and the individual attention you without worrying about having to constantly buy need to improve your skills. more materials.

10 11 DREW BURNS MA IN ART & DESIGN

“The flexibility and diversity of the course has really allowed me to expand my skills by providing lots of opportunities to take on new challenges—such as creative direction of photo shoots that I even got to share with the Editor of ELLE.”

As a student on our MA Art & Design course, Drew (right) was selected for a 6-week internship at Esquire, an opportunity that is exclusively offered through our partnership with Hearst Magazines UK. This experience led to the production of Drew’s own magazine (pictured right, now sold nationwide) and captured the attention of the contacts he made during his internship, leading to a full-time position working as a designer for Esquire (part of Hearst Magazines UK).

12 13 BOREY TAUCH MA FASHION: DESIGN

“I chose my MA in Art & Design because, after doing my BA degree three years ago I found out about the MA degree and saw the current MA students work and thought it was really good quality.

We have so much support from the tutors. After I finish my course, I am quite confident in what I can do, especially with my sewing skills and drawing skills. I would recommend the course to anyone that loves to do Art or Fashion or Photography.”

After graduating from our BA in Fashion at CSVPA, Borey decided to progress onto our MA in Art & Design. His outstanding work can be seen opposite.

14 15 Cambridge is possibly the best place in the UK to be a student, and CSVPA is perfectly located right in the heart of this magnificent city.

Our halls of residences are within easy reach of The city has over 16 museums, including the the college and the city centre. Located in safe, Fitzwilliam Museum, which houses one of the beautiful surroundings, they provide comfortable, greatest art collections of the nation, and Kettle’s well-equipped living spaces. Yard, one of the country’s finest galleries and a major centre for 20th century and contemporary We provide accommodation for all years of study. art. There is also an eclectic mix of cinemas We offer a range of halls of residence for different and theatres showing a range of art house, Living in age groups, the majority of which are single en- independent, foreign and commercial films, as suite rooms. Your welfare is of great importance well as concert venues like the Cambridge Corn to us and we offer a balance of supervision and Exchange. independence depending on your age. Our location inspires and excites many, with the heart of Cambridge is one of the great university cities of endless opportunities on our doorstep. Central the world. It welcomes a mix of creative minds, London is just 50 minutes away by train, and with confident personalities and a never-ending list of London Stansted Airport a 20 minute commute, talent. The thriving arts and culture scene means Cambridge forms the perfect gateway to the rest there is an abundance of stimulus to inspire your of the world. Cambridge work and develop your creativity.

OUR ACCOMMODATION

At CSVPA we provide student accommodation for all years of study, allowing you to focus on the important things, discovering Cambridge, making friends and getting the most out of your studies!

Located in the heart of Cambridge, our halls of residence are surrounded by a thriving arts and culture scene and with the added benefit of living with like-minded creative art students, you will have an abundance of stimuli to inspire your work and develop your creativity.

16 17 The English Language Centre is located in a We pride ourselves on having beautiful historic building right in the heart of students from all over the world Cambridge city centre, just a few steps away from at CSVPA - it is a cultural melting the world-famous King’s College. Our building is over 500 years old and is Grade II listed – which pot, fueling creativity. For many means it is a protected building as it is historically of our international students, important.

improving your English skills will English is an essential part of your stay at CSVPA, be an essential part of your stay at and students are expected to speak only English Dedicated at all times in the college buildings. Achieving CSVPA and crucial for university the IELTS grade required for university entry is entry. Helping you achieve the crucial, so all students whose English is not at the appropriate level receive at least 5 hours’ of English right IELTS score is a key part of tuition a week. English what we do. Our EAP tutors have many years of experience in preparing students for the IELTS exam and are also We have a dedicated team of English uniquely skilled in teaching visual and performing teachers,many of whom are all trained in ALS arts students. We have worked hard to build our (Additional Learning Support) and are experienced EAP programme in parallel with the FE and HE Language at working with both art and performing arts courses at CSVPA, and are proud to say that the students, understanding their specific needs and English language programme is fully-integrated how best to support them. With the addition of with the arts and performing arts programmes a dedicated ALS Support Coordinator, we can at the college. As well as this, most of our English support students with specific learning difficulties, tutors have a background in either visual or Centre providing one-on-one support as well as help to performing arts, or both. develop time management and study skills.

IMPROVING YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Throughout your time at CSVPA, we provide the support you need with the written parts of your coursework. We focus on descriptive language, too, to help you to talk about yourself and your work, and on reflective language to help you evaluate and critique it. We also support you with your critical response and developing presentation skills, writing personal statements and interview preparation.

18 19 CSVPA is delighted to have teamed up with Hearst Magazines Hearst UK to provide a unique partnership and unrivalled oportunities for our students.

Our Master’s programmes have been designed to The real-life experiences brought to you by our support and enhance the skills of art and design partnership with Hearst will open up endless magazines practitioners who want to work in the cultural opportunities, adding value and excitement to your and creative industries. Awarded by Falmouth study programme as well as giving you invaluable University and delivered in partnership with Hearst preparation for your career in the industry. Magazines UK: together we have shaped a new and contemporary postgraduate programme designed Thanks to this collaboration, you will have access to equip you for the real world. to regular workshops with Hearst’s expert teams collaboration as well as the chance to get involved in industry Hearst Magazines UK publishes 19 brands and five projects and to be considered for a number of pureplay digital brands including Cosmopolitan, internships across the Hearst brands worldwide. Digital Spy, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping and During, and after, the course you will join a Harper’s Bazaar. It is the largest digital magazine recognised pool of internationally available talent. publisher in the UK. The combination of Hearst’s With the unique, expert support of the Hearst powerful brands and positioning at the heart of the brand and CSVPA, you could become an up-and- creative industries, together with our proven track coming star of the future. record in international education and outstanding teaching credentials, makes this a particularly exciting opportunity for all our students.

20 21 Foundation 24 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN 26 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION & TECHNOLOGY - ANIMATION, FILM & GAME DESIGN 28 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN 30 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN - 3D DESIGN 32 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN - GRAPHICS & ILLUSTRATION 34 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN - FASHION

Undergraduate 36 BA (HONS) GRAPHICS & ILLUSTRATION 38 BA (HONS) FASHION 40 BA (HONS) FASHION BRANDING & CREATIVE COMMUNICATION

Our Postgraduate 42 ART & DESIGN PRE-MASTER’S 44 GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN 46 MA ART & DESIGN courses 48 MA VISUAL COMMUNICATION: GRAPHIC DESIGN 50 MA VISUAL COMMUNICATION: ILLUSTRATION & ANIMATION 52 MA FASHION: DESIGN 54 MA FASHION: BRANDING & CREATIVE COMMUNICATION

Performing Arts 56 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN PERFORMING & PRODUCTION ARTS 58 DRAMA FOUNDATION 62 CONTEMPORARY DANCE FOUNDATION 64 MUSIC FOUNDATION

22 23 If you want to pursue a career in Art & Design and have not completed high school, this two year programme is the ideal UAL Level 3 route for you and is essential if you want to study Art & Design at Degree level. Extended WHAT TO EXPECT Year one Year two You will develop your drawing skills through In year two, you will select a pathway to specialise compulsory subject areas including Visual in whilst considering university applications with Studies, Life Drawing, Contextual Studies and, if the guidance and support of lecturers. In the needed, English Language training. 2D and 3D second term, you will continue to focus on your Diploma creative design processes are introduced (Fine chosen specialism and develop a portfolio for Art, Graphics, Textiles & Surface Design) as well university interviews. As part of your final major as lens-based media (Photography or Moving project, you will also complete a blog which is a Image). Additional compulsory subject areas reflection and evaluation of your work. At the end include Contextual Studies and Visual Studies & of term, we will celebrate your achievements by in Art & Life drawing in which you will develop your drawing holding an exhibition of student work. skills. OPTIONAL PATHWAYS AREAS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Fashion Design Design • Fashion Promotion AGE 16 years + awarded by • Fine Art EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed 11 years’ • Graphics & Illustration schooling, with 3 x GCSEs or equivalent • Spatial Design ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) • Product Design PORTFOLIO Limited required • Moving Image • Photography START September | January • Theatre Arts COURSE LENGTH 2 years (6 terms) • Applied Craft PROGRESSION Art & Design Degree

24 25 A two year course designed to provide students with the knowledge & skills to progress to degree level study & thereafter employment in the animation, film & games industries.

WHAT TO EXPECT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS UAL Level 3 Year one Throughout the first year of the course you will AGE 16 years + take 8 modules that will give you an in-depth EDUCATIONAL LEVEL A minimum of 4 x GCSE’s introduction to Creative Media Production & at grade C or above, at least one of which should Extended Diploma Technology, and then develop your newly taught be in a media or art and design subject, or an equivalent overseas qualification. skills and understanding through challenging and creative assignments. ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) in Creative Media PORTFOLIO Not required Year two START September | January In your second year, you will take 4 compulsory COURSE LENGTH 2 years (6 terms) units before deciding on which area you would like Production & to specialise in: games design, film or animation. PROGRESSION Degrees & further education in Art & Design, Visual communication, 3D Design, During this time you will also develop your portfolio, Fashion, Fine Art, Media Studies, Media, Games Technology - ready for your university interviews. Design, Animation, Film, Video/TV Production

EXAMPLE SKILLS LEARNED • Solve complex problems through the Animation, Film & application of practical, theoretical and The qualification will enable students to: technical understanding • Have a critical and contextual awareness of • Critically review the effectiveness and Game Design different perspectives and approaches within appropriateness of methods, actions and the media sector or related subjects of study or results awarded by work • Use evaluative and reflective skills in order • Research, analyse and evaluate relevant to take responsibility for own learning, information and ideas in order to develop development and decision- making creative solutions • Take responsibility for the research, planning, • Understand, adapt and safely use appropriate time management and actions to access and practical methods and skills for creative progression opportunities production • Effectively present themselves and their work to appropriate audiences.

27 This course is fundamental if you want to progress to university to EXAMPLE SKILLS LEARNED study Art & Design at Degree level. FASHION DESIGN If you have completed senior high Fashion Illustration, Customisation, Translating school, the Foundation Diploma Designs from 2D Drawings to 3D Garments, Garment Making, Research and Sketch Book will give you the opportunity to Development study a wide range of Art & Design FASHION PROMOTION disciplines. Fashion Marketing, Trend Reporting and Prediction, Portfolio Development

WHAT TO EXPECT FINE ART 1st term Painting & Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Fine You will have the opportunity to choose a sample Art Film of subjects during a rotational period. You will also UAL Level 4 consider which university you wish to apply to and GRAPHICS & ILLUSTRATION will be supported and advised by lecturers whilst Reportage Drawing, Digital Design and Illustration, making your university UCAS applications. At the Typography, Layout Design, Printmaking, end of this term you will have an introduction to Photography, Screen Printing, Adobe Creative your chosen specialist area. Suite using InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

Foundation 2nd term THEATRE ARTS You will be set a number of projects which you will Set Design, Make-up, Costume work on in your specialist area. During this time you will also develop your portfolio, ready for university APPLIED CRAFT interviews. Glass: Fusing, Slumping & Lost Wax Mould Making Diploma Ceramics: Glazing, Slip Casting & Resin Casting 3rd term Metal Craft: Jewellery Making, Soldering & This term is all about your final major project. Texturing Students will submit an independent project proposal in which they will state their research area, PHOTOGRAPHY in Art & art and design development and final outcome for Exposure & Shutter Speed, Perspective & Depth exhibition. As part of this you will also complete a Of Field, Alternative Processes, Wet Processing blog which is a reflection and evaluation of your and Printing, Digital Imagery and Manipulation, work. Elements of Composition

Design MOVING IMAGE Pixilation, Green Screen, SFX Using Adobe After awarded by ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Effects, Motion Tracking, Drawn Animation and

Stop Motion, Video Editing and DV Authoring, AGE 17 years + Rotoscoping EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High School with 1 x A level (grade C) & 3 x GCSEs or equivalent INTERIOR DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE Site Surveying, Plan and Elevation Drawing To ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) Scale, Casting and Model Making, Research, PORTFOLIO Personal and school, finished and Presentation and Portfolio Preparation prepared START September PRODUCT DESIGN CAD (computer aided design) Concept Generation, COURSE LENGTH 3 terms Prototype Making PROGRESSION Art & Design Degree

28 29 Have you always been interested ENTRY REQUIREMENTS in how products are designed, or do you like playing with space and AGE 17 years + EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High moving things around to improve School with 1 x A level (grade C) & 3 x GCSEs or your environment? Are you full of equivalent ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.0+ (no element under 4.0) ideas but just don’t know how you PORTFOLIO Showing a commitment to a 3D can develop and make them real? subject START January

If your passion lies in Interior Design, Architecture, Course Length 3 terms UAL Level 4 or 3D Design (Product or Craft) and you know you want to specialise in one of these subjects at university, but have not yet had the opportunity to develop your technical skills and build a portfolio, then this course will get you on the right path to Foundation your chosen career

EXAMPLE SKILLS LEARNED Diploma in 3D DESIGN (PRODUCT & CRAFT ) Misc Resin casting, Paper Mache/ paper craft, silicone CAD (computer aided design), Concept Generation, casting, Finishing, polishing, 3d felt Laser cutter, 3D printer and vacuum technology are used to create prototypes for students to INTERIOR & ARCHITECTURE Art & Design - experience the commercial product design process.This specialism explores the difference Term 1 between the artisanal and mass produced. Introduction to 7 elements of design and design styles, Client brief & design brief, Space planning Traditional techniques for materials understanding Site surveying, Schematic drawings, Furniture include: arrangement plans, Technical drawings floor plan & 3D Design elevations, Perspective drawings, Model making awarded by Glass Term 2 Jewellery, sculpture and ornamental design, fusing, Real life projects, Construction techniques, slumping & lost wax mould making. Schedule of works, Inclusive design, Sustainable Ceramics design & eco-friendly materials, Theory and Hand building, jewellery, sculpture, coil building and principles, Lighting design, Photoshop, Computer mould making, slip casting,Glazing and gold lustre. Aided Design, Sketch up Pro, Presentation skills

Metal Craft Term 3 Jewellery Making, pewter casting, Soldering, mark Residential, commercial, hospitality, landscape, making, fold forming, incorporating mixed media educational, urban, retail, inclusive design and re-using old objects, riveting, piercing, hot and cold fusing, wire work, Raising (bowls).

30 31 Graphics & Illustration is so much more than simply designing posters. If you are excited by Spirited Away, Manga comics, designing and producing computer games, developing character concepts for film and animations, web design, book illustration, designing prints for the fashion industry, bags, merchandise or the world of advertising, training in Graphics & Illustration can open up a wide range of career pathways.

This course is designed for students who already know they want to specialise in this area and allows EXAMPLE SKILLS LEARNED you to explore these two integral subjects giving Reportage Drawing, Digital Design and Illustration, you the technical skills you need to build a portfolio Typography, Layout Design, Printmaking, UAL Level 4 and progress onto an undergraduate degree. Photography, Screen Printing, Adobe Creative Suite using InDesign, Illustrator and This course will give you the opportunity to learn Photoshop about both sides, preparing you for degree level

thinking. We will work closely with you to help Foundation COMPULSORY SUBJECTS you to understand research methods and how Visual Studies, Life Drawing, Contextual Studies, to implement them as you learn to reflect and English Language evaluate on your work. Diploma in Art & PREPARATION FOR Graphic Communication Design, Illustration WHAT TO EXPECT Animation, Graphic and Media Design, Design - Graphics Communication Design, 3D Game Design, Media 1ST & 2ND TERM Communications, Web Design Throughout the first two terms you will be set a number of projects which you will work on, whilst & Illustration developing your portfolio. We will help you to identify the right universities and degree courses to apply to and support you with your university ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

applications through a combination of help from AGE 17 years + your dedicated University Application Officer as awarded by EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High well as your lecturers, who are all experienced School with 1 x A level (grade C) & 3 x GCSEs or designers bringing a wealth of industry knowledge. equivalent ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.0+ (no element under 4.0) 3RD TERM PORTFOLIO Showing a commitment to The third term is all about your final major project. Graphics and/or Illustration Final major projects have included branding for hotels and restaurants, advertising posters, START January typographic installations, packaging design, Course Length 3 terms designed and illustrated book covers, hand rendered typography, children’s pop-up books, guide books, store illustrations, children’s games, info graphics and editorial illustration.

32 33 If you dream of a career in the UAL Level 4 fashion industry but don’t know EXAMPLE SKILLS LEARNED Fashion Illustration, Customisation, Translating how to design and make your own Designs From 2D Drawings to 3D Garments, garments, CSVPA will train you Garment Making, Research and Sketch Book to become a Fashion Designer. Development COMPULSORY SUBJECTS Foundation A fundamental course aimed at students who Visual Studies, Life Drawing, Contextual Studies, already know they want to specialise in Fashion English Language but lack the technical skills and portfolio to progress onto an Undergraduate Degree. From PREPARATION FOR day one you will specialise in Fashion Design. You Fashion Design, Fashion Styling and Production, will be supported with your university applications Diploma in Fashion Design & Development, Creative Direction through a combination of help from your dedicated for Fashion, Fashion Retail Management, Footwear University Application Officer as well as your Design, Textile Design, Fashion Marketing, Fashion lecturers, who are all experienced designers Promotion and Imaging, Fashion: Media and bringing a wealth of industry knowledge. Art & Design - Marketing, Product Design and Development ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AWARD AGE 17 years + Upon successful completion you will achieve a Fashion EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High University of the Arts London Awarding Body School with 1 x A level (grade C) & 3 x GCSEs or Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Art & Design. awarded by equivalent ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.0+ (no element under 4.0) This course also offers students a guaranteed place on our BA (Hons) Fashion awarded PORTFOLIO Showing a commitment to Fashion Design by , upon successful completion. COURSE LENGTH 3 terms COURSE START January

34 35 This course offers a dynamic and exciting approach to the practice of Graphics & Illustration. By fostering the development of great ideas and challenging existing thinking in the subject, you will be equipped with the tools to help define your future and find an individual voice within the field of visual communication.

You will be encouraged to explore innovative and WHAT TO EXPECT experimental methods of defining your practice as a credible designer or illustrator. Teaching YEAR ONE comprises of project-based assignments, hands- Through the integration of practical workshops BA (Hons) on workshops and talks by industry professionals. and themed project assignments, you will explore You will also have an opportunity to take part the fundamental basics of visual communication. in the London Graduate Show upon successful Emphasis is placed on idea development as you pull completion. together your own unique visual language.

Graphics & YEAR TWO ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Modules build on existing knowledge and creative thinking but they also allow you to develop skills AGE 18 years + within a chosen specialism. By exploring themes, EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Refer to concepts and a wide range of media, the focus Illustration www.csvpa.com/ba-gi/entry remains on refining your individual direction with ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) the aid of self-evaluation. PORTFOLIO Good portfolio of work YEAR THREE UCAS CODE C06 This is the culmination of your study and the awarded by UCAS COURSE CODE W990 beginning of a career in the creative arts COURSE LENGTH 3 years environment. The year begins with a variety of projects that support a critical and imaginative COURSE START September approach to visual communication. A self-initiated PROGRESSION You can study at Postgraduate programme of study follows, where you will explore level or find careers within industry. a specific area of interest in depth. Aided by tutors and industry specialists, you will complete a full body of work from which to select your own professional portfolio.

36 37 Led by award-winning designer WHAT TO EXPECT

Holly Fulton, our Fashion BA YEAR ONE (Hons) course helps students You’ll develop key design skills such as research, concept, contextual awareness and methods of cultivate a distinctive design design development. You’ll also learn how to realise identity alongside creative and your designs from idea to garment through a mixture of classes and workshops including sewing, practical fashion skills. pattern cutting, digital skills, illustration, surface design and presentation skills. Our expert team of core staff are complimented by a wide range of visiting guest lecturers from global YEAR TWO brands to independent designers. At CSVPA you High-calibre visiting industry practitioners will will interact with incredible practitioners ranging hone your design and make skills and inspire higher from stylists, creative directors, photographers, levels of professionalism. Initially the focus is on milliners, surface decoration experts and catwalk ‘live’ design projects and creative commerciality, designers, all visiting the studio regularly to share you will answer briefs for industry figures such their knowledge. as Christopher Raeburn, Palmer Harding and Superdry. In the second semester you will start Our students also learn through intensive individual to develop an individual design identity with and group tuition, workshops and industry focused projects to inspire creativity, experimentation and projects. We place a strong emphasis on the innovation. This will assist in preparation for your technical; ensuring you have a solid grounding in final year. garment construction gives you the basis on which to let your imagination run wild. Working alongside YEAR THREE highly experienced technical experts and pattern Your individual design interests will be explored cutters, you will cover a full range of techniques and articulated through the presentation of from pattern drafting to drape and high-level finish. a final collection. This may involve menswear, We strive to ensure our students are equipped with BA (Hons) womenswear, surface decoration and digital print. the expertise and knowledge to fully realise their You’ll also take ownership of your portfolio, learning creative vision. how to present it to a professional level and developing a self-promotional perspective. Final Our final year students will present their work at an year students have the opportunity to participate industry-focused showcase in central London and Fashion in a high-profile Graduate Show in London. also participate at Graduate Fashion Week.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

AGE 18 years + awarded by KEY FEATURES EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Refer to www.csvpa.com/ • Your own design space, accessible 7 days a ba-fashion/entry week ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) • Mannequin for each student PORTFOLIO Good portfolio of work • Extensive tutor support UCAS CODE C06 • Lectures and one-on-one time with industry UCAS Course Code W230 professionals 3 years • Calico for toiles COURSE LENGTH • Pattern cutting paper and card COURSE START September • Digital skills tuition PROGRESSION You can study at Postgraduate • Free printing up to A3 colour level or find industry careers within design, styling, marketing, manufacturing, visual merchandising • Graduate Fashion Show in London or buying and selling.

38 39 This contemporary, creative WHAT TO EXPECT

yet career-focused programme YEAR ONE is designed to develop the This year is a practical and creative introduction to the subject and explores visual communications, skills, innovation and vision including layouts and image, art direction with necessary for the fast-moving styling and photography and content curation with digital and print media. You will also be introduced world of fashion branding and to fashion promotion, PR and fashion branding all communications. within a global, contemporary context.

Over the three years you will develop as a versatile, YEAR TWO idea-driven individual, with a strong sense of Second year students will progress to more personal direction equipped with the practical challenging projects that advance skills learnt in skills ready to operate within both the commercial year one and allow for preparation for their final and conceptual realms of fashion. You will explore year specialisms. This could include pop-up events, fashion branding, art direction, photography, look book creation, online promotional activity and film and styling alongside fashion PR and event printed outputs. You will also learn professional management, gaining an awareness of both online strategies such as the creation of self-promotional and experiential marketing techniques. materials and the positioning of your personal practice within the fashion world. BA (Hons) Students will emerge with a clear, concise portfolio, a wide range of skills and a dynamic body of work YEAR THREE which demonstrates awareness of fashion and the The final year will focus on your own areas of Fashion Branding cultural environment they will be entering. interest and you will start orientating yourself towards the world of work. Final year specialisms Based within the vibrant Fashion Department, you will vary from digital and experiential campaign will also have access to a program of exceptional creation, event management, brand strategies and & Creative new product launches to production of trend and visiting lecturers including stylists, creative directors, photographers, milliners, textile and colour books, branded look-books, magazines and pattern specialists, surface decoration experts and publications. Communication catwalk designers. Entrepreneurial activity and collaboration within the department is encouraged and some modules such as contextual studies and professional portfolio are shared across the two ENTRY REQUIREMENTS courses. AGE 18 years + awarded by EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completion of A-levels or equivalent overseas qualification KEY FEATURES ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) • Final year presentation in central London location. PORTFOLIO No portfolio required • Guest Lecturer program with leading COURSE LENGTH 3 years industry practitioners. COURSE START September • Wide ranging academic expertise across PROGRESSION You can study at Postgraduate fashion media, communication and level or find industry careers within design, styling, representation in contemporary culture. marketing, manufacturing, visual merchandising or buying and selling. • Dedicated personal work space in studio. • A4 and A3 colour printing free of charge.

40 41 There are two distinct pathways within the Pre-Master’s programme and both offer short, intense learning experiences, which are tailored to suit your artistic discipline.

WHAT TO EXPECT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ART & DESIGN PATHWAY AGE 20 years + If you are an international student with an Art & Design Degree completed outside the UK and EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed an Undergraduate are looking to study a Master’s in the same or Art & Design: Degree in an Art & Design subject related art and design discipline in the UK, our Pre- Art & Design Creative Industries: Completed an Master’s programme will prepare you for the high Undergraduate Degree level of independence and specific learning skills ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 6.0 demanded by a Master’s. PORTFOLIO Art & Design: Good portfolio of work Pre-Master’s CREATIVE INDUSTRIES PATHWAY For students who have completed a degree in a Creative Industries: Dependant on destination non-Art & Design degree but want to complete a Master’s course in a Fashion related, non-studio COURSE LENGTH 1 semester based subject, we also offer a route to further COURSE START January study. The Pre-Master’s experience provides an PROGRESSION opportunity to develop skills and align your future Art & Design: Master’s in Art and Design career aspirations to the demands of a Master’s Creative Industries: Master’s in the Creative Degree in the UK. The types of MA courses our Industries students can progress onto are non-practical, non-studio based courses that are more akin to management, marketing, promotion and curating. AWARD Both routes are designed to bridge the gap Certificate of completion from CSVPA# between your experience and ambition to study #Please note students from outside EEA who require a visa at Postgraduate level. They will also give you the to study in the UK can only join the course under ‘Short- term study visa (6 months)’ experience you need and an understanding of UK learning and teaching styles.

42 43 If you are an international student who has completed an Art & Design degree outside of the UK and are looking to come to the UK to study a Master’s in the same or related art and design discipline, the Graduate Diploma will prepare you for this transition.

Master’s programmes are short, intensive learning WHAT TO EXPECT experiences which demand a high level of The learning experience of the Graduate Diploma independence and a specific set of learning skills. will vary according to the individual needs and This programme is tailored to help you develop the Master’s course you are aiming for. As a student skills required to do well at MA. you will however: • develop an appreciation of current critical It is designed to bridge the gap between your debates that are shaping the future of your ability / experience and the ambition to study subject at Postgraduate level. Emphasis is placed on Graduate • enter into dialogue with a mix of specialists, encouraging you to become an independent providing a unique context for discussion learner and confident within the English-speaking • gain a proficiency in digital media skills to educational culture. become creative entrepreneurs within the current digital age Diploma in The Graduate Diploma will help you to develop your • develop fundamental skills in your specialist area spoken English in order to achieve the required • enhance your own critical reflection of practice level for direct entry onto a Master’s. It will also give • learn how to present your work with an informed you the experience you need and understanding awareness of context and audience of UK learning and teaching styles, to help you • build a strong portfolio and learning journal as Art & Design develop your portfolio further and build on existing well as develop research proposals to support skills or develop potential lines of research. your MA application

awarded by CHOOSE A GRADUATE DIPLOMA IF YOU... ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ...are switching discipline between BA and MA AGE 20 years + ...have studied your Degree outside the UK ...need to improve your English language level EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed an Undergraduate Degree in an Art & Design subject ...need to adapt to UK teaching styles ...need to develop your portfolio ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 5.5) ...need help developing potential lines for research PORTFOLIO Strong portfolio of work COURSE LENGTH 2 semesters COURSE START September PROGRESSION Master’s in an Art & Design related subject

44 45 Our Master’s programmes have been designed to support and enhance the skills of art and design practitioners who want to work in the cultural and creative industries. Awarded by Falmouth University and delivered in partnership with Hearst Magazines UK, publishers of ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Esquire and Harper’s Bazaar, together we have designed exciting and industry-connected Master’s courses to equip you for the real world.

This 12-month course supports students across a MA in range of Art & Design specialisms and you will be ENTRY REQUIREMENTS given the unique opportunity to explore your area within an interdisciplinary global culture. You will AGE 20 years + not only have the experience of focusing on your EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Successfully completed specialist subject, but the opportunity to interact an Undergraduate Degree in an art & design or related subject. Some students might also require with individuals studying across other disciplines Art & a Graduate Diploma and gain experience and insight, opening up a IELTS 6.5+ (no element under 5.5) world of career options. ENGLISH LEVEL PORTFOLIO Good portfolio of work and a personal statement Design COURSE LENGTH 3 semesters COURSE START September

awarded by UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

This programme offers outstanding specialist tuition combined with extensive academic contact and studio access. As a Master’s student you will have: • exclusive access to media and industry expertise • your own individual design space giving you through Hearst Magazines UK and their teams flexibility on where you study • regular workshops with key industry stakeholders • lecturers who are visible and accessible five days in partnership with • industry projects a week • internship opportunities through Hearst • opportunities to expand and enrich your ideas Magazines UK and other creative industry through daily interaction with students across contacts other disciplines

46 47 in partnership with MA Visual Communication: Graphic Design is an intensive studio-based programme that combines creative and professional development. Offering opportunities for internships with industry partners including Hearst Magazines UK, the course is focused on developing the industry-ready skills, digital confidence and creative expertise for careers in graphic communication design and related fields today.

During the intensive 12-month programme based in our central Cambridge studios, you will advance ENTRY REQUIREMENTS a specialist knowledge of your chosen area of MA Visual communication design, and be encouraged AGE 21 years + to explore new methods, digital platforms and EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Successfully completed technologies that help develop an original approach an Undergraduate Degree in an art & design or Communication - and take your work in exciting new directions. As related subject. well as refining your knowledge of fundamental ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 6.5+ (no element under 5.5) principles and the traditional print and screen-based PORTFOLIO Good portfolio demonstrating skills necessary for future careers in commercial appropriate skills, research and prior experience Graphic Design work, you will be supported to explore the expanded of the subject field of contemporary graphic design, including COURSE LENGTH 3 semesters motion graphics, digital and interactive design, COURSE START September UX/UI, information design, and user-centred approaches.

awarded by UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

This programme offers outstanding specialist tuition combined with extensive academic contact and studio access. As a Master’s student you will have: • exclusive access to media and industry expertise • your own individual design space giving you through Hearst Magazines UK and their teams flexibility on where you study • regular workshops with key industry stakeholders • lecturers who are visible and accessible five days • industry projects a week • internship opportunities through Hearst • opportunities to expand and enrich your ideas Magazines UK and other creative industry through daily interaction with students across contacts other disciplines

48 49 in partnership with MA Visual Communication: Illustration & Animation is a broad- based studio programme that offers the freedom to develop your own visual language and strong creative voice. With unique opportunities including internships with our industry partner Hearst Magazines UK, you will develop professional confidence alongside the creative, technical and digital skills essential for careers in the expanding fields of illustration and animation worldwide. MA Visual Based in our central Cambridge studios, over the intensive 12-month programme you will develop ENTRY REQUIREMENTS a strong grounding in research and enquiry as Communication - you advance your specialist knowledge. You AGE 21 years + will be encouraged to experiment with new EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Successfully completed techniques, media and technologies, and respond an Undergraduate Degree in an art & design or related subject. to the new applications, platforms and spaces in Illustration & which contemporary illustration and animation ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 6.5+ (no element under 5.5) are produced and experienced today. Regular PORTFOLIO Good portfolio demonstrating workshops will support you to embrace current appropriate skills, research and prior experience Animation industry-standard software, giving you the of the subject practical and digital tools you need for the creative COURSE LENGTH 3 semesters workplace today - and tomorrow. COURSE START September

awarded by UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

This programme offers outstanding specialist tuition combined with extensive academic contact and studio access. As a Master’s student you will have: • exclusive access to media and industry expertise • your own individual design space giving you through Hearst Magazines UK and their teams flexibility on where you study • regular workshops with key industry stakeholders • lecturers who are visible and accessible five days • industry projects a week • internship opportunities through Hearst • opportunities to expand and enrich your ideas Magazines UK and other creative industry through daily interaction with students across contacts other disciplines

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MA Fashion: Design is an intensive, contemporary and personalised postgraduate programme that develops an individual approach to fashion and a strong design direction. With unique industry opportunities including internships with our partner Hearst Magazines UK, you will develop the professional skills, confidence and creative focus necessary to launch your career as a new designer.

Our fashion school produces versatile, creative individuals with a strong sense of personal identity ENTRY REQUIREMENTS and a considered, contemporary aesthetic, ready AGE 21 years + to operate within both the commercial and conceptual realms of fashion. You will emerge EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Successfully completed an Undergraduate Degree or equivalent with a clear, concise portfolio and a dynamic body qualification in fashion, fashion design, fashion of work which demonstrates your awareness of textiles or a closely related subject. fashion and both the commercial industry and MA Fashion: ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 6.5+ (no element under 5.5) socio-cultural environment you will be entering. PORTFOLIO Good portfolio demonstrating appropriate skills, research and prior experience of the subject Design START September AWARDING BODY Falmouth University COURSE LENGTH 3 semesters (12 months)

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES awarded by This programme offers outstanding specialist tuition combined with extensive academic contact and studio access. As a Master’s student you will have: • exclusive access to media and industry expertise • your own individual design space giving you through Hearst Magazines UK and their teams flexibility on where you study • regular workshops with key industry stakeholders • lecturers who are visible and accessible five days • industry projects a week • internship opportunities through Hearst • opportunities to expand and enrich your ideas in partnership with Magazines UK and other creative industry through daily interaction with students across contacts other disciplines

52 53 MA Fashion: Branding & Creative Communication is a contemporary studio-based programme designed to build creative and professional skills. With unique industry opportunities including internships with our partner Hearst Magazines UK, it aims to produce the next generation of fashion communicators, with the innovation, strategic thinking and creative vision necessary for careers in the fast-moving industry of visual branding and fashion media and communications.

Throughout the 12-month programme in our MA Fashion: central Cambridge studios, you will find new ENTRY REQUIREMENTS sources of inspiration and explore exciting new AGE 21 years + directions for your image-making practice, EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Successfully completed Branding experimenting across illustration and graphic an Undergraduate Degree or equivalent media, art direction, editorial (print and digital), qualification in fashion, fashion design, fashion corporate branding, styling, photography and textiles or a closely related subject. moving image to develop your unique signature ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 6.5+ (no element under 5.5) and approach to the contemporary branding of & Creative PORTFOLIO Good portfolio demonstrating fashion. You will build a specialist theoretical and appropriate skills, research and prior experience practical knowledge of branding and promotional of the subject strategies, and apply it to campaigns that START September Communication communicate with different fashion audiences in AWARDING BODY Falmouth University a variety of contemporary spaces, real and digital experiences and live platforms. COURSE LENGTH 3 semesters (12 months)

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‘WHILST BEING AT CSVPA I GOT AN INTERNSHIP AT ELLE UK. DURING THE FIVE WEEKS, I WORKED IN DIFFERENT DEPARTMENTS, SUCH AS, THE ART DEPARTMENT, FASHION DEPARTMENT AND BEAUTY DEPARTMENT.

THE BEST BIT ABOUT MY INTERNSHIP, WERE THE PEOPLE AT ELLE UK. THEY WERE SO in partnership with KIND AND CARING. THEY GAVE ME LOTS OF CAREER TIPS AND GUIDANCE.’

LUPE BAEYENS | MA FASHION: BRANDING & CREATIVE COMMUNICATION

54 55 AN OVERVIEW STRUCTURING A PORTFOLIO

When students apply to any of our courses, we are Your portfolio should demonstrate the focus and often asked “what should I include in my portfolio?” the direction you want to take. It should show us and “how many pieces do you want to see?” For your personality. If you like to be big and bold, us it is less about the number of pieces and more then your portfolio should be big and bold, if you about what you put in there. Quality is more are accurate and neat your portfolio should be important than quantity; show us your best work. accurate and neat.

At CSVPA, we are looking for students to • A portfolio should be made up of finished work. demonstrate originality and motivation. You need • The first pieces are the most important, so put to show us that you are interested in the subject your best work first. area you are applying for. If you are passionate • Place your drawing at the back. about something, show it! It is less about the final piece and more about the thought process you • Any large pieces of work, photograph them, but have gone through. Show us your research and take a good photo. A bad photo of a good piece ideas in sketchbooks or notebooks and show us a of work can make a good piece of work look bad! variety of work which demonstrates the skills and • Only include work you like and that you have What we experience you have. picked – not something your parent, teacher or friend has chosen. • Include work from the last 18 months only. look for in a • It should be easy to read. portfolio Visit our website to find out more

56 57 Providing an invaluable window into the world of the Performing Arts, this course is designed for students who have a passion for music, acting, dance or singing, but don’t have the skills or experience necessary to apply directly onto our Music or Drama Foundation courses.

As a student on this course, you will be exposed technical, practical and creative aspects of the to a broad range of performance genres and performing arts, and to discover first-hand both the styles across the arts whilst developing key skills demands and the joys of working in an ensemble in a specialism of your choice: Music, Drama or to create work that you are proud to put before an dance. Regardless of your chosen specialism, the audience. course is rich with opportunities to hone your communication skills, to explore and develop Students who are successful on this course UAL Level 3 the expressive potential of your voice and body, will progress onto either the Music, Drama or to expand your knowledge, understanding and Contemporary Dance Foundation. personal experience of the historical, theoretical, Extended SUBJECTS STUDIED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Ukulele (All Students) AGE 16 years + Audition Technique (All Students) EDUCATIONAL LEVEL 11 years of schooling Diploma Individual Lessons (All Students) Composition (All Students) ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) Music Theory (Music Specialism) AUDITION REQUIREMENTS World Music (Music Specialism) Drama Pathway 1 x monologue or song delivered in Performing Aural Skills (Music Specialism) from memory Recording (Music Specialism) Music Pathway 1 x song or piece of music Contemporary Dance (Drama Specialism) delivered from memory Introduction To Acting (Drama Specialism) START September & Production Developmental Play (Drama Specialism) COURSE LENGTH 6 terms Dance (Drama Specialism) TAUGHT CONTACT TIME Up to 35 hours per week including English Language training Arts PROGRESSION The 2nd year you will move to either the Music, Drama, or Dance Foundation ACCREDITED BY UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON AWARDING BODY

AWARD If you decide to leave at the end of the 1st At the end of the second year upon year, upon successful completion, you will successful completion, you will be awarded be awarded the UAL Diploma in Performing the UAL Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts, which attracts 36, 60 & Production Arts. You have the ability to and 84 UCAS tariff points for pass, merit achieve a total UCAS score of 72, 120 and and distinction grades respectively. 168 for a pass, merit and distinction grade.

58 59 This one-year intensive course runs two specialist pathways for aspiring performers: Classical & Contemporary Acting and Musical Theatre. We believe that if you specialise early in the training process, it gives you the opportunity to focus on refining key performance skills so you are confident when entering the increasingly competitive audition process for a place at a drama school or university, and you are ready to take on the challenges that come with a three-year training programme.

Modelled on a 1st year Conservatoire-style actor expressive potential as unique performers. The training programme, you will enjoy up to 30 hours Drama Department at CSVPA prides itself on of contact time with teaching staff, including the family atmosphere that has evolved, which weekly one-on-one tuition with acting, voice, provides you with the challenging, yet safe and movement and singing teachers to address specific supportive environment you need to take risks, needs and help develop a strong repertoire of push boundaries and grow as creative artists. audition pieces. Class groups are small, which allows for intensive work that can adapt to meet Our courses offer many and various opportunities your needs ‘in the moment’. It also allows for to perform to both in-house and public audiences, Drama immediate personalised feedback and guidance. to create and develop your own work, and to This unique method of learning ensures that you experience live professional theatre across a are instilled with confidence ready for the audition broad spectrum of genres and styles in a variety of process. theatrical spaces. These opportunities ensure the solid grounding in both skill and learning that you Foundation Teaching staff are highly trained and are, or have need to move successfully into the next level of recently been, active as theatre professionals. your training. On successful completion you will be Our close-knit teaching teams are dedicated awarded the Trinity Level 4 Diploma in Speech and to helping you discover your full creative and Drama or Musical Theatre.

SUBJECTS STUDIED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Acting accredited by AGE 18 years + Scene Study EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed A levels Theatre in Context COLLEGE LONDON Voice ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 5.5+ (no element under 4.0) Text START September Exploratory Movement COURSE LENGTH 3 terms Applied Movement Theory TAUGHT CONTACT TIME Up to 30 hours per week Phonetics Group Singing PROGRESSION Drama School or University Acting a Song Contemporary Dance Musical Theatre Dance Ballet Weekly workshops

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Classical & Musical Contemporary Theatre Acting Our three-term Musical Theatre stream of the BEN LYNN Drama Foundation is intended to encourage DRAMA FOUNDATION integration of different performance skills within The three-term drama foundation course in the idea of one performer. The goal of musical “CSVPA gave me huge support and guidance as classical and contemporary acting provides a theatre is for every element of the practical work to the sort of actor and person I am. I’m grateful comprehensive training in the foundations of to support the dramatic journey. Students will be that I had the chance to do this Foundation acting. The training will give you an insight into encouraged to work diligently developing technical course, taught by such talented people. You will life at a conservatoire drama school as well as skills involved in singing and dancing, while get everything you need out of this programme preparation for a performance course at university. focusing on the communication of a story. and more, it will set you up for life.” The course is relevant if you are considering The course is delivered through a combination of whether actor training at degree level is right for acting, dance, voice, singing, and project work, as you. well as masterclasses and workshops delivered by both in-house staff and visiting industry The course is delivered through a combination of professionals. acting, movement, voice, scene study, devising and contextual studies classes, as well as workshops Students will receive one to one tuition each week and masterclasses delivered by both in-house staff in acting and singing, to better prepare them for and visiting industry professionals. the rigorous processes involved in auditions for A key focus of the course is weekly one to one drama schools, conservatoires, and universities. guidance for the preparation of classical and An enormous amount of support is given to contemporary monologues, required for auditions students as they consider the next steps in their at drama schools and for university performance development. courses. This support is also suitable for those looking to develop confidence and skills for auditioning for employment.

After finishing our Drama Foundation course, Ben was offered a place at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). RADA is an exclusive and world-renowned London drama school, only accepting 10 students each year (5 male and 5 female) from thousands of applications. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious drama schools in the , whose alumni include world–famous actors such as , Tom Hiddleston and .

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GROW IN CONFIDENCE & ABILITY This new and exciting foundation A specialist school, CSVPA provides a unique programme covers all aspects of and highly personalised method of learning to contemporary dance for those encourage and improve creative talent. We offer five days’ teaching each week, plenty of one-to- seeking a career as a professional one contact time, excellent facilities and regular dancer, choreographer or dance performance opportunities, often in collaboration instructor. Our streamlined with our drama and music students.

curriculum provides the training Taught over one-year full-time in Cambridge, this necessary to stand out in this highly intensive foundation course is aimed at those who have already achieved an intermediate to high level competitive industry. You will be of dance technical skills and performance ability both challenged and supported while and intend to pursue professional dance training at enjoying yourself in the process. Higher Education (HE) level.

This is a specialist pathway of the 2nd year of our You will participate in workshops and masterclasses Extended Diploma in Performing Arts. Accredited – often hosted by industry professionals and guest by the University of the Arts London Awarding Body, instructors – in various specialist techniques, such the course is designed to broaden your technique as Cunningham, Release, Graham, Limon and and knowledge across a variety of different dance Horton. As well as studying the style and techniques styles – from ballet to hip hop. At the same time, you of various artists and choreographers, you will gain will improve your performance and physical abilities significant practical experience in choreography, through daily dance practise, strength training and improvisation, dance repertoire and a full range of termly shows. specialist dance styles including Flamenco, Salsa, Contemporary and some of the traditional ballroom dances. From start to finish, our focus is about preparing you for progression to dance studies at university degree level. We will help you choose where to study, SUBJECTS STUDIED Dance then assist with your applications and personal Modern Dance statement. When prepping for auditions, you’ll have Ballet access to dedicated 1:1 support from our highly Jazz experienced faculty, all of whom have worked Ta p Foundation professionally across TV, film and theatre. Creative Movement Dance conditioning Dance Project ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AGE 18 years + awarded by EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High School with 1 x A level (grade C) & 3 x GCSEs or AWARD equivalent Upon successful completion, you will be ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) awarded the UAL Extended Diploma in AUDITION REQUIREMENTS Two dance Performing & Production Arts. You have the performances of contrasting styles, at least 90 ability to achieve a total UCAS score of 72, 120 seconds in length and 168 for a pass, merit and distinction grade. START September COURSE LENGTH 3 terms TAUGHT CONTACT TIME 25+ hours per week plus 5 hours English support PROGRESSION Degree

64 65 This course is designed to prepare you for progression into competitive Music programmes at Music Conservatoires and challenging University Music programmes.

This carefully crafted course will empower you to refine your skills as a well-rounded musician, ENTRY REQUIREMENTS while broadening your musical knowledge and AGE 18 years + understanding. It will give you unrivalled breadth of content, while allowing you to focus on your main EDUCATIONAL LEVEL Completed Senior High School or equivalent plus completed “formal” music specialty. music training PLEASE STATE In this competitive world, musicians must not only - Main instrument be superior performers, composers, or producers. - Secondary instrument (if any) They must also have excellent knowledge of and - Length of time learning instrument Music ability for history, music theory, aural skills, and - Results of any formal music certification - Level of music theory knowledge and ability to research. All students benefit from knowledge of read notation music production as well as the computer software and equipment involved. Composition classes ENGLISH LEVEL IELTS 4.5+ (no element under 4.0) contribute to the overall education of all music AUDITION REQUIREMENTS Foundation students. - Two contrasting pieces including scales and ACCREDITED BY technical piece such as an etude - Music theory test UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON At CSVPA you will be given the opportunity to AWARDING BODY COURSE START September undertake extensive preparation for entrance auditions and examinations. All students receive COURSE LENGTH 3 terms two individual lessons each week with a specialty TAUGHT CONTACT TIME Up to 30 hours per week instructor on their main instrument or area of INSTRUMENT TUITION 2 hours per week study. This one to one time is part of the incredible (one-to-one) amount of individual attention each student Progression University music department, receives during their academic and practical Conservatoire or music technology college studies, in addition to assistance with applications.

SUBJECTS STUDIED AWARD Individual Lessons On successful completion students will Aural Skills be awarded the UAL Level 3 Extended Composition Diploma in Performing & Production Arts. History of Western Music Music Theory Recording Pop Music History Sequencing

66 67 AN OVERVIEW ADDITIONAL THINGS TO THINK ABOUT If you are thinking of applying to any of our performing arts programmes at CSVPA, it is very In your audition, it is important to demonstrate to important to read the audition requirements for us that you are passionate about a career in the the course you are apply to. Every year we sit performing arts. If you are attending an audition through a huge number of auditions, either in day or skype interview we will ask you about why person at our audition days or via video audition you want to come and train with us. If you are online and the biggest piece of advice that we can sending in an audition video to assess, we would give you is read the audition requirements, prepare recommend that you video yourself to camera the exact number of pieces we ask for and practise, answering the following questions: practise, practise! • Why do you want to come to CSVPA? At CSVPA we want students who demonstrate a • What do you want to do in life, what is your real passion, motivation and enthusiasm for the ambition? performing arts. The following guidelines should help you to understand what we are looking for and • What piece or performance has inspired you the What we will ultimately make you better prepared for your most and why? audition. Good luck! • What performer do you look up to, who do you aspire to be like? • What performing experiences have you had, look for in an either at school or outside of school? audition Visit our website to find out more

68 69 Destinations Our awarding ART & DESIGN Royal College of Art | Central St Martins (UAL) | London College of Fashion (UAL) |

London College of Communication (UAL) | College of Arts (UAL) | bodies (UAL) | Wimbledon College of Arts (UAL) | The Slade | | Parsons New York | Goldsmiths | Loughborough University |

University of Brighton | Coventry University | Falmouth University | University of Westminster |

Kingston University | Nottingham Trent University | University of Southampton |

Birmingham City University | Sheffield Hallam University | University for the Creative Arts (UCA) |

De Montfort University | University of Winchester | University of Hertfordshire |

Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts | The School of Art Institute Chicago |

University of the Arts London (UAL) is Europe’s Falmouth University are a specialist provider University of Manchester | Middlesex University | Oxford Brookes University | largest specialist art and design university, of creative education in art, design, media, Ravensbourne | University of Lincoln | University of Nottingham | Istituto Marangoni | comprising six renowned Colleges: Camberwell performance, writing and entrepreneurship. It College of Arts, , is the number one creative arts university in Pratt Institute New York | Manchester Metropolitan University | University of Leeds | Chelsea College of Arts, London College of the UK in all three of the main league tables Communication, London College of Fashion and (The Sunday Times League Table 2017, Guardian University of Bournemouth Wimbledon College of Arts. University Guide 2017 and Complete University Guide 2017). UAL Awarding Body is regulated by Ofqual and currently offers accredited qualifications in art Falmouth is also a gold ranked university and design, fashion, creative media, music and in the Teaching Excellence Framework - an PERFORMING ARTS performing and production arts. award that is reserved for institutions where teaching, retention and graduate outcomes are | RADA | | Bristol Old Vic Theatre School | They design and award creative qualifications consistently outstanding and are the highest that empower and inspire educators to help quality found in the the UK. Birmingham Conservatoire | Royal Central School of Speech and Drama | students reach their potential. Trinity Laban Conservatoire | Mountview | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland | East 15 |

Royal Welsh Conservatoire | | Royal Northern College of Music |

Italia Conti | Guild Hall School of Music and Drama | London College of Music |

Leeds College of Music | Performer’s College | University of Surrey | Royal Holloway |

Goldsmiths | University of Middlesex

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