Creative Arts | Blackpool and The Fylde College

Courses

With courses covering subjects as diverse as fashion, photography, fine art and commercial illustration and ranging in ability from entry level right up to degree, the College has an outstanding reputation for its visual arts-based curriculum.

Giving you a truly authentic art school experience, our courses not only aim to provide the space to let your creativity flourish but also the industry knowledge to allow you to forge a career in the visual arts. On your journey you'll be supported by tutors who continue to work in their respective fieldsensuring their skills and knowledge remain both relevant and leading edge.

Course Name

Course Code

Art & Design (Arts Practice) - HNC

DA1HE003

Art & Design (Arts Practice) - HND

DA1HE004

Art & Design (Fashion, Textiles and Costume) - HNC

DA1HE006

Art & Design (Fashion, Textiles and Costume) - HND

DA1HE007

Art & Design (Graphic Design & Illustration) - HNC

DA1HE008

Art & Design (Graphic Design & Illustration) - HND

DA1HE009

Art & Design (Photography) - HND

DA1HE011

Art and Design - Level 2

DB1FE001

Art and Design - Level 2

DB1FE002

Art and Design - Level 3 Triple Diploma

DB1FE016

Most popular career routes

The creative and digital sector in Lancashire accounts for 6% of the workforce and there are increasing opportunities in areas such as illustration, graphic design, fashion design, web design and photography.

Creative and digital businesses total 4,500 across Lancashire, with leading employers including Bespoke Internet, Graham and Brown and MotionLab. In Manchester, creative hubs such as Media City and the Sharp Project are providing additional opportunities.

Most popular career routes:
Graphic Designer Community Arts Worker Fashion Designer Fine Artist Illustrator Set Designer Web Designer Photographer

Facilities

At B&FC you will have access to a unique creative environment with contemporary studios, think spaces and a stunning public gallery that hosts both student and professional exhibitions. The variety and quality of equipment available in technical disciplines like photography and graphic design is second to none with state-of-the-art computer suites allowing students to work with industry-standard software in preparation for their future careers.

What our students and tutors say:

I’m more creative than academic and I’ve struggled in the past because of my dyslexia. I’ve had so much support here though, especially with my English and maths which I’ve been able to re-sit. College has built my confidence so much. I want to do my degree here now as the one-to-one contact with tutors is so good.

- Sian Nicholson, Photography – Level 3

Halfway through my second year as a mature student and the best thing I';ve done in my life so far. The facilities are ace, so much support and the encouragement to be creative is fab.

- Stacy Sagar gave B&FC an overall university rating of 5 stars – Fashion Design (Contemporary Costume) BA Hons - WhatUni review

At B&FC you will be guided and taught by industry-experienced tutors. You will study in a creative environment with a vast choice of resources to help you find your personal creative edge, allowing you to fulfil your career aspirations.

- Caroline Wells, Specialist Practitioner