Portfolio preparation intensive courses

Has anyone ever been on one of these? Would it help in regards to creating a portfolio for entry to foundation art?
and if I were to go to one held at the same place that I wanted to apply to, would that be a bad thing?

Has anyone ever been on one of these? Would it help in regards to creating a portfolio for entry to foundation art?
and if I were to go to one held at the same place that I wanted to apply to, would that be a bad thing?

If you're intending to pursue your foundation at the UAL, the portfolio preparation courses have proven to have had a contributive influence over applications, mainly because the tutors on these courses have been known to liaise with those on the foundation, and they're specifically tailoring the portfolio to that end. However, this is by no means official or guaranteed, it's purely something I've picked up whilst studying there and from what I've read on here.

Alternatively, for courses outside the UAL, acceptance will be variable. If you do decide to undertake a portfolio preparation course, it's important to do the necessary amount of background research. For example, checking your chosen foundation course's requirements (they typically outline this on their website/course leaflet or during an open day) and comparing this with the portfolio preparation course's outcomes. Moreover, enquiring as to which institutions past students have gained acceptance to.

I would also suggest, if you haven't already, reading my thread at the top of this forum.

Hope this helps and good luck.