A range of art disciplines including 2D & 3D design, drawing and painting, graphic design, printmaking, ceramics, and plasterwork. Units are focused on specialist outcomes, such as 3D Design, Time-based artwork and more conventional 2D art mediums such as drawing, painting, mixed media and print making.
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Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs grade 3 (grade D) or above, including Art and (preferably) both English & maths, or a relevant Level 1 qualification. If you have evidence of previous artwork, and GCSE coursework, this will be looked at during the interview.
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Who is the course for?
The Level 2 Diploma in Art, Design and Media is designed to provide students who want to take their enjoyment of art and design, onto a level which allows them to become more focused onto particular disciplines. The course will introduce you to a broad range of skills and techniques, building your skills and knowledge in each discipline, and allowing you to explore, develop, and test your creativity as you become more aware of the specialist direction you want to follow.
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Study methods
Classes will be a mixture of design theory teaching together with practical workshops where you will be supported to build your knowledge and expertise in different artistic skills. Most lessons take place in our range of specialist studios, where you will develop your skills and develop your sketchbooks as a record of your progress and ability.
There may be opportunities to work on live projects (with real clients), the chance to exhibit your work, and visit galleries or museums to inspire your work. -
How is the course assessed?
You will complete a number of units which are assessed during the year and show how you have developed a range of skills. All mandatory units must be passed to progress on the course. Your Final Major Project, a more independent project (graded Pass, Merit or Distinction), allows you to show how what you have learned can be used to develop a final piece of coursework that showcases your skills and will provide you with your final grade for the course. All work is assessed through sketchbook that documents your coursework.
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More information
You will need to have some art materials at home, such as drawing and colouring pencils, fine line pens, paints and brushes to complete your sketchbook homework.
There may be some additional costs for travel and relevant museum/exhibition visits during this course.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
You can work in a variety of entry-level roles within the art & design industries. Many students progress to Level 3 courses and often Higher Education before going into the industry in more advanced roles.
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Where Next – Further Studies
Successful students can progress to a two-year Level 3 course in either Art & Design, or Architecture at Harrow College. Some students may progress to specialist Level 3 courses in Graphic Design, Fashion, Games Design or Creative Media Production at Uxbridge College.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
