Online Art Courses UK | Study Art Online

Study art online and begin your creative journey from the comfort of your own home. We offer a wide range of online art courses at different levels - including key stage 3, GCSE, A-Level, and Foundation Diploma qualifications.

Our courses are taught by experienced art professionals who will guide you through the process, with each course offering an officially recognised qualification upon completion. Use your artwork to explore concepts that interest you. Whether you’re taking the first steps towards a career in art, or starting a new hobby, study art online with OCAD.

Explore our online art courses today.

Key Stage 3 Art

10 years and over. Equivalent to lower school art in good schools.

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Level 2 Art 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.

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SEND Level 2 Art Certificate OFQUAL 501/2278/2

Ideal course for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course as it can be studied entirely online from home or a centre. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. 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.

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IGCSE Art

13 /14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools. Be inspired and explore your creativity!

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AS/A Level Art

16 years and over. Up to 56 UCAS POINTS – means this course can count as one of your A levels for university!

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Level 3 Foundation Diploma Art OFQUAL. 500/8476/8

This course is a further education course equivalent to 2 A levels. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to university without other A levels! Genuine Get To University Course.

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Level 3 Foundation Diploma 3-Dimensional Design

This course is a foundation diploma in Art, Design and Media, specialising in 3-Dimensional Design. This includes theatre design, theatre prop design, product design and model making among others. The course can be studied entirely at home or centre. Equivalent to 2 A levels. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to university without other A levels! Genuine Get To University Course.

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Online Foundation Fine Art Diploma

Equivalent to 2 A Levels. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! The Fine Art aspect of this course teaches our students to become aware of historical and contemporary practice within the visual arts and we encourage our students to respond to critical thinking and popular culture of our time. We help our students to develop their own creative process and to express themselves through original thought provoking art work.

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SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Fine Art

This is a great course for Fine artists with special 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. Equivalent to 2 A Levels. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels!

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Level 3 Foundation Diploma Graphic Design and Illustration

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.

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SEND Level 3 Foundation Diploma Illustration

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.

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FAQs

How can online art courses help me learn?

If you're an artist, you'll be most interested in making artwork that says something about you or that is focused on self-expression. You want to know more about yourself, and you use your artwork to explore this and gain a deeper understanding of people, ideas and society through your artwork. Artists use their work and art practice to make sense of their world.

Our online art courses are designed to help students do exactly that. Learn from your own home, with the support of professional teachers to guide your self-expression and gain a recognised art qualification.

Which online art qualifications do you offer?

At the Online College of Art and Design, we offer online art qualifications for a range of age groups and levels. Study online art courses at the following levels:

Key stage 3 - available to ages 10 to 14.
GCSE - available to ages 13 and over.
A-Level - available to ages 16 and over.
Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma - available to all who want to progress to study art or design at degree level.

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How the Online College of Art & Design Works

Here at OCAD, we offer more than just online art classes. Students get access to their own online studio space, where you can work through the course materials and develop your artistic skills.

In our online studio platform, you’ll find your course units and assignments along with supporting resources. Access video tutorials, step-by-step guides, video recordings of live interactive lessons, and other skills development tools.

Our interactive online art classes are taught live by an experienced and friendly teacher. This style of taught course is completely unique to our online curriculum – giving students the opportunity to learn from a live teacher and peers.

You’ll develop an art portfolio throughout the course, uploading photographs of completed work and assignments for constructive, friendly feedback. Not only does this help you progress your artistic abilities, it also means you complete the course with a portfolio to kickstart your creative career or further study.

Furthermore, students also get the chance to speak one-on-one with an experienced and qualified personal tutor. You’ll receive personalised support and feedback to help you progress. Our online studio also allows students to view profiles, comment on each other's work and communicate with fellow students if they wish.

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