Art Portfolio for 15 - 17 Year Olds
Nottingham Trent University
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Want to level up your art portfolio this summer? Join Nottingham Trent University's one-week, in-person summer school to build 2D and 3D pieces, learn life casting, perspective and colour theory, and experience university studio life to boost your skills and applications.
This one-week, in-person summer course at Nottingham Trent University is designed for 15- to 17-year-olds who want to develop a strong art portfolio and experience university studio life. Across Monday to Friday (10:00AD16:00) you will experiment with 2D and 3D contemporary techniques, including observational drawing, perspective and colour theory, self-portraiture, moulding and casting, relief mould-making and life casting.
Activities include drawing from the city and a prospective gallery/castle visit to support practical work. Classes are studio-based with small group sizes and one-to-one tutor feedback (25 contact hours).
On successful completion you receive a certificate of attendance. The course can also count towards the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential award if both the course and on-campus accommodation are booked and the required social activities are attended.
Certificate of attendance
Dates from the previous cycle — new dates are announced when applications reopen.
20 Jul 2026 – 24 Jul 2026
20–24 July 2026
27 Jul 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
27–31 July 2026
Location
- Must be 15, 16 or 17 years old at the time of the course.
- Should have an enthusiasm for drawing and painting and an interest in developing creative and technical skills.
£545
Course fee £545, payment due at the time of booking. Optional on-campus accommodation available at £266 per week (single rooms with private bathroom).
Checked 23 August 2026
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