SQA Advanced Diploma Creative Art and Design (Fixed Framework)

SQA Advanced Diplomas have been developed by SQA in partnership with colleges, universities and industry, so employers recognise that they provide sound evidence of ability.

The unit-based structure supports flexible delivery. A unit is typically 40 hours of timetabled learning.

There is a wide choice of optional units which will enable centres to offer courses tailored to meet local needs.

The SQA Advanced Diploma provides progression routes to further study (see Progression).

The SQA Advanced Diploma in Creative Art and Design is suitable for a wide range of candidates including:

• school leavers
• adults returning to education
• individuals in employment who wish to enhance their career prospects
• people who wish to start their own business

Entry requirements

As with all SQA qualifications, entry is decided by the college or learning provider. As a guide, the college or learning provider will look for:

• school-leaving qualifications equivalent to Level 3/SCQF level 6 meaning the student has the ability to study at the higher level
• a centre-devised test which shows the student’s ability to study at SQA Advanced Diploma level
• relevant work experience

The SQA Advanced Diploma in Creative Art and Design can provide advanced entry to degree-level study.

Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.

Centres without devolved authority must come forward for approval and should contact SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.

Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA’s general requirements for technical and/or occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide.

Each individual unit specification gives detailed information on the evidence requirements and approaches to assessment for each unit.

Ongoing course assessment will apply.

Assessment/e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.