Art & Design Level 3

You will be trained in the latest techniques and skills, covering a range of new processes and critiquing the work of others.

This programme provides you with the necessary expertise and skills to enter higher education. It also allows you to develop your own creativity, as well as preparing for a career in the creative industries. The programme is suitable if you are progressing from a relevant Level 2 course or from suitable GCSEs. Throughout the programme you will explore the techniques and materials of areas that you may not have studied before. Each student’s creativity is nurtured and encouraged in a supportive environment and you will be tutored by practising artists and designers. As you develop your portfolio of work, you will also benefit from specialist facilities, in purpose built studios and workshops.

Qualification BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art & Design

Duration Two years

Course Content Topics you will cover include: • Visual Recording & Communication • Materials, Techniques & Processes in Art & Design • Studio Photography • Non-Digital Photographic Techniques • Graphics Materials, Techniques & Processes

Assessment is continuous and industry related, with assignments, tests, projects and practical work. You will complete two externally marked pieces of work each year, with the rest of the course being assessed by your tutor via practical work and coursework. All full-time students are required to study maths and English at the appropriate level. Please see page 8 for more details.

Entry Requirements • Five GCSE passes at grade C (grade 4) or above, (including maths and English) or a Merit in BTEC Level 2 in Art & Design • Successful interview and initial assessment • You will need to demonstrate an enthusiasm for this subject area

Progression Progression routes shown are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria. Study options may include: • A range of university degrees, including art and design, product design, marketing and other employment options may include: • Apprenticeships in a range of art-related fields You may also like.... • Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production

Course Costs Please note that any costs shown here are subject to change and that there may be additional material costs for your course. There are various bursaries available to support eligible students with course-related costs and you can find out more about these on page 14.

Aged 16 –18 years There are no tuition or examination fees

Aged 19 or over (at the start of the course) Different fees apply depending on your individual circumstances and prior qualifications. Please telephone 01691 608029 to speak to somebody who will be able to help.

Material Fees There is a £20 material fee cost for this course.

CELEBRATE YOUR CREATIVITY

The end of year exhibition is an opportunity for all students to display their work. It’s not only a component of the course, but also a celebration of the individual student creativity and talent which can be shared with an invited audience.

Students are demonstrating skills such as photography, computer-aided graphics, and working with mixed media for both 2D and 3D projects. Students have also had the opportunity to pursue their personal interest in textiles, ceramics and fine art.

The students not only exhibit their work at the end of term, they also have a portfolio which can support their application to universities or employment.