Dive into your creativity from home with our online design courses. We offer a wide-range of online courses suitable for all skill levels including: GCSE, Level 2, AS/A Level and Level 3/4.
Whether you're looking to learn the basics of design or looking to break into the design industry, we have a course for you. At OCAD we have a passion for design and understand it encompasses a range of disciplines, that's why we offer courses across a range of design areas.
All of our courses are taught by experienced design professionals who will help you achieve an accredited design qualification. Our lessons go way beyond design theory and explore the practical application of design.
IGCSE Design
13 /14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools. Be inspired and explore your creativity!
Level 2 Design Certificate OFQUAL 501/2278/2
13 /14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
SEND Level 2 Design Certificate OFQUAL 501/2278/2
This is a great course for designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course for students with an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. Most students are 13 /14 years old but students of any age can study it. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
AS/A Level Design
16 years and over. Up to 56 UCAS POINTS – means this course can count as one of your A levels for university!
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Design OFQUAL. 500/8476/8
Equivalent to 2 A Levels in terms of UCAS points - earn up to 112, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Design OFQUAL. 500/8476/8
Great course for designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Students study 100% online from their own home and in their own time - one-to-one tutorials instead of timetabled lessons. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. Many local authorities fund this course for students on EHCPs. Equivalent to 2 A Levels in terms of UCAS points - earn up to 112, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Textile Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Textile Design
Many textile design students with special educational needs and disabilities really benefit from the extra support they receive and the ability to study it entirely online from their own homes or centre. The course is funded by most local authorities when students have an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Fashion Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Fashion Design
Ideal course for fashion design students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Students can study entirely from their own homes online. The course is popular with local authorities charged with the responsibility to place students on EHCPs. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Architectural Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Architectural Design
If you are an Architecture student with special educational needs and/or disabilities then this course may be for you. Many local authorities will fund this course if you have an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Film & Animation
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Film & Animation
Film makers with special educational needs and/or disabilities are attracted to this course because it can be studied entirely from home online. Most students on this course have EHCPs and their course fees funded by the local authorities. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Interior Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Interior Design
Interior designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities will benefit from the ability to study this course online from home. Most local authorities fund this course for students on EHCPs. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Graphic Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Graphic Design
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Falmouth University Partnership: A Supported Progression Opportunity
The Online College of Art and Design has partnered with Falmouth University to offer students a structured pathway to higher education. On successful completion of our Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, students will have the opportunity to apply for a range of online BA (Hons) degrees at Falmouth University with the full support of our academic partnership.
Through this partnership, students benefit from direct access to a dedicated Falmouth University Course Advisor who will guide them through the application and interview process. While this does not constitute an automatic or direct route, our students are well-positioned as strong candidates for Falmouth’s prestigious degree programmes.
FAQs
Which design discipline is right for me?
If you love design you may be wondering where to focus this passion. We've created a short summary for each design discipline to help you decide where your passion can best be explored. We offer online design courses in the following:
- Design
- Textile Design
- Fashion Design
- Architectural Design
- Film and Animation
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
Design
Our design course allows you to express your inner creativity and benefit from true personal development. Our online learning platform gives you access to all the resources you need to become an expert designer.
Our design courses include:
- Level 2 Design
- SEND* Level 2 Design
- GCSE Design
- AS / A Level Design
- Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Design
- SEND* Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Design
Textile Design
Textile design is an ever-evolving industry. Our online classes will give you the opportunity to learn from experienced designers and explore what it means to be a textile designer. If you love pushing the boundaries whilst remaining true to the technical skills you'll acquire during learning, this is the course for you.
Our textile design courses include:
Fashion Design
Fashion trends are always growing, changing and adapting. Our online fashion design courses will teach you essential design skills whilst giving you the freedom and confidence to formulate your own trends and create custom pieces.
Our fashion design courses include:
Architectural Design
Our architectural design courses are perfect for students who are serious about beginning their career as an architect. Our foundation architecture diploma will give you the qualification and skills you need to study architecture at University. Our architectural design courses include:
- Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Architectural Design
- SEND* Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Architectural Design
Film and Animation
Film and animation is a timeless industry, an industry you could become a part of. Whether you have a strong foundation or are looking to learn basic elements of animation, our courses will help you pursue a career in film.
Our film and animation courses include:
- Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Film and Animation
- SEND* Level 3 / 4 Foundation Diploma Film and Animation
Graphic Design
This course is ideal for aspiring and seasoned graphic designers alike. Your qualified and experienced teachers will explore graphic design strategies and strengthen your graphic design skills.
Our graphic design courses include:
Interior Design
Interior design impacts the way people live their lives. In this course you'll focus on practical design implementation and have the opportunity to explore what it truly means to be an interior designer.
Our interior design courses include:
*Our SEND design courses are also available to students with special educational needs and disabilities, offering extra help, support, and resources where necessary.
Which online design qualifications do you offer?
Our wide range of design courses are available to students of all skill and experience levels:
Design:
- GCSE – ages 13 and over
- Level 2 – ages 13 and over
- AS/A Level – ages 16 and over
- Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma – equivalent to 2 A Levels, ages 16 and over
Textile, Fashion, Architectural, Graphic, Interior Design and Film & Animation:
Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma – equivalent to 2 A Levels, ages 16 and over
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How the Online College of Art & Design
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As an OCAD student you will benefit from live online training from experienced professionals in your chosen design field as well as complete access to lesson videos (in case you can't make a class).
You will have your own online studio space where you can practise and perfect your craft, complete courses and assignments and be given regular constructive feedback.
Studying at an online design school you are given the freedom to express your inner creative whilst benefiting from the guidance of proven techniques, methodology and expert resources.
Throughout your learning you will be creating a portfolio of work. Not only does this fuel and inspire your creative process, but also means you finish the course ready to enter the professional world of design.
Within our online design courses, as well as regular one on one contact with your teachers, you can also contact and collaborate with peers if you wish.
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