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The Full-time Art & Design Foundation Course, organised by London Arts Portfolio Academy (LAPA), is designed specifically for high school students aspiring to progress into leading art schools. The programme is structured into two stages – a Pre-Foundation stage (lasting approximately three months) and a Foundation stage (lasting approximately five months):
- Course Start & Learning Stage:
- August (Pre-Foundation Stage)
- November (Foundation Stage)
- Course Length: Approximately 8 Months
- Academic Requirement:
- Hong Kong Curriculum: Form 5 or above, with satisfactory results
- UK Curriculum: Year 11 or above, with satisfactory results
- Additional Requirement: Satisfactory Art & Design Portfolio and Interview
- Academic Progression: Upon completion, students can apply to University of the Arts London (UAL) or Art & Design degrees in other UK universities
Course Features
How We Teach
Project-based Learning – The Way The World’s Best Art Schools Teach!
Under the project-based learning model, students develop their own creative projects under the guidance of LAPA tutors who are graduates of University of the Arts London (UAL). Through this process, they sharpen their techniques while cultivating their own creative habits and styles. Regular critiques from tutors and peers encourage continuous improvement and refinement.
Apart from regular one-to-one guidance and technical demonstrations by LAPA tutors, learning will be complemented by a wide range of learning activities such as thematic workshops, mini lectures, group works, peer critiques, presentations, and self-reflection practices. These experiences train students in their creative thinking, critical thinking, collaboration, and art appreciation — all valuable transferable skills essential for success in art and design disciplines!
Portfolio Development
Create a Portfolio that Meets the Expectation from Top Art Schools
During the Art & Design Foundation Course, students will complete multiple creative projects, building a rich and authentic portfolio that reflects their style and creative journey. Benchmarking the standards at leading art schools, LAPA tutor will guide students on how to present both their work and creative process in ways recognised and valued by these top institutions.
Portfolio Development
Portfolio Advice from University of the Arts London’s Admissions Tutors
Students at London Arts Portfolio Academy (LAPA) have the opportunity to participate in Portfolio Workshops run by admissions tutors from University of the Arts London (UAL), where they will receive direct feedback on their works, either when the tutors visit Hong Kong or through online portfolio advisory sessions.
Artistic Exposure
Masterclasses by Visiting Lecturers
London Arts Portfolio Academy (LAPA) regularly invites guest speakers and visiting lecturers from different art disciplines to host experience sharing sessions and Masterclasses. These events broaden students’ perspectives and deepen their understanding of both the UK and local art scenes, enriching their vision and professional awareness.
SKILLS Development
Explore Art & Design Mediums, Craft your Arts Skills
Throughout the Art & Design Foundation Course, students receive extensive training on creative techniques and aesthetic. These training include drawing techniques, visual communication, colour theories, 3D media and design (such as sculpture and installation art), as well as design thinking and contemporary art studies. This course is suitable for students aimed at joining any creative art degrees: