Level 3 Diploma in Animation and Illustration

Applications open - Monday 2 November 2026

Applications close - Open all year

How to apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Broadstairs College.

Application Limits - You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Step into the world of animation and illustration and start building the creative future you want. If you enjoy experimenting, taking creative risks and you’re keen on learning traditional and digital techniques, this could be the course for you.

The animation and illustration industries are growing and evolving, opening up exciting opportunities across film, games, publishing, and digital media. This course helps you build the skills, confidence, and portfolio you need to stand out. Whether you aim to work professionally or continue your studies, you’ll leave ready to take your next step in a creative career.

Our Level 3 Animation and Illustration course is designed for aspiring artists and creatives aiming to learn and explore animation through a foundation in illustration and production. The programme emphasises hands-on learning through practical workshops, live briefs across drawn, digital, 3D and mixed media practices. All delivered under the UAL Awarding Body framework. The course has been created in close collaboration with animation studio, A+C Studios based in Margate, who will be on hand during the delivery and will be offering work placement opportunities for all students on the course. On the course students will gain unique industry insight, mentorship and professional exposure. With creativity, confidence building, adaptability and storytelling at its core, the course prepares students for higher education, apprenticeships, or direct entry into the fast-evolving creative industries.

You will learn through practical lessons in our state-of-the-art digital studios and be assessed through multiple projects that will build your creative skills.

Your final project each year will be the main basis of your grade, giving you the chance to showcase the skills you’ve developed. Throughout the year you will also complete regular assessments, providing you with detailed feedback to help you improve your skills and knowledge.

This is a highly supportive course, designed to guide your progress with clear, practical advice so you can continue building your skills and confidence.

This study programme is designed to help you move quickly toward advanced jobs, higher education, or apprenticeship opportunities if you know what you want to do next and meet the entry requirements needed for success.

Achieving a Level 3 qualification will improve your future earning potential and career choices. It also allows you to progress to Higher Education, Higher Apprenticeships, and Degree Apprenticeships. These can lead to roles like advanced technician or skilled supervisor at Level 3, and eventually to management or professional status as you continue your studies.

To study at Level 3, you will need an average entry score of 5.0 from your best 6 GCSE subjects, ideally including English and Maths.

By the end of your course, you'll be well-prepared to venture into the world of animation or illustration.

A diverse range of progression paths will be open to you such as a degree, high-level apprenticeship or an entry level role in the creative industry.