Are you a driven, ambitious creative ready to take your first real steps into the vibrant North East creative scene? Concept to Creation is a brand-new, one-year course designed to turn your passion into professional practice.

Step into the heart of the action by joining our dynamic Creative Enterprise programme — a unique opportunity to collaborate with local creative employers, sharpen your entrepreneurial mindset, and grow your network alongside a like-minded community of creatives.

As part of our in-house CoLab Agency, you’ll work on live briefs from real clients, taking exciting projects from initial concept all the way through to final delivery. Whether you’re planning an event, crafting a campaign, or producing content, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience every step of the way.

What makes this course stand out?

• Real-world experience: Work with industry partners to deliver creative projects that matter.
• Masterclasses with the pros: Learn directly from experienced creatives through interactive sessions.
• Creative collaboration: Join forces with peers in a collective that mirrors how real agencies operate.
• Flexible, industry-style learning: Split your time between college and the field — just like in the real world.
• Professional tools & coaching: Use platforms like Teams and Microsoft Project while receiving expert guidance from industry-active tutors.

By the end of the course, you’ll have built a portfolio of real projects, grown a powerful professional network, and developed the confidence and skills to step boldly into your creative career.

This one-year diploma is structured around three key units:

• The Creative Entrepreneur – Understand the role of an entrepreneur in the creative industries and learn how to turn ideas into opportunities.
• The Creative Practitioner – Develop and refine your creative skills, honing your craft and professional identity.
• The Creative Enterprise – Plan, execute, and showcase a creative enterprise project, integrating everything you’ve learned.