Alicia Flatman

Age: 17

Studying: Art and Design National Extended Diploma Level 3

Previous School: Giles Academy

I chose to study Art and Design at Boston College because I wanted to develop different skills from those that I gained in year 11. My dad also studied the course as an Adult Learner and told me that it is tailored to your own personal interests.

The course is a mixture of practical and theory-based lessons. We have four main projects; we research different artists, learn the skills and techniques needed and then create our own piece incorporating our own style.

Once I finish College, I want to either gain a tattoo apprenticeship or study interior design.