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Creative Arts

Our Creative Arts and Design courses offer an exciting and immersive introduction to this fast-paced visual world – perfect for students aspiring to a career in art, fashion, design, photography, film, or the wider creative industries.

Within our Creative Hub, a light and airy suite of art and design studios, you can sculpt, draw, paint, design and create 3D ceramics, glass, models and stage sets. The photography suite includes a dark room and the dedicated Fashion and Textile design studio includes cutting tables and sewing, embroidery and tufting machines, whilst high-spec computers with Adobe software, drawing tablets and equipment such as 3D printers and a laser cutter support both digital and hands-on design work. Industry-relevant learning includes:

  • Guest speakers from the design and creative industries
  • Insights from UCA Farnham, University of Brighton, Bath Spa University, Winchester School of Art and Southampton Solent University
  • Behind-the-scenes stone carving experience at Salisbury Cathedral
  • 3D Design exhibition design project in conjunction with Symbiosis exhibition design, based in Andover and London
  • Portfolio advice sessions with universities
  • Links with local community networks such as National Saturday Club and Chapel Arts Studios

Andover students have made their mark in the creative industries, progressing to university or working in roles including Commissioning Editor, Police Forensic Photographer, Fashion Designer, Artist, Production Manager, Lighting Technician, Website Designer, Interior Designer.

One in every 14 UK jobs is linked to the creative sector, from design and fashion to photography, animation and digital media.


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Hallie

Fashion and Textiles, Media Studies and Geography

Andover has given me all the tools I need to progress to university. What really makes it is the people, that’s the vibe here. I love the freedom; whether you want to create, plan, film or design, you have control over your own projects. Everyone is welcoming and supportive.