Art & Design: Art

Are you passionate about art? Do you dream of a career in the creative industries?

If so, our BTEC International Level 3 in Art and Design (through Art) course is the perfect choice for you. This two-year course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in a variety of art and design careers.

You will learn from experienced and qualified teachers who will help you develop your technical skills in a range of art and design disciplines, such as drawing, painting and sculpture. You will also have the opportunity to develop your creative thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as your ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The BTEC International Level

The BTEC International Level 3 in Art and Design course covers a wide range of topics, including: Art and design history and theory, visual communication and creative process.

 

This course will give you the opportunity to:

  • Develop your technical skills in a range of art and design disciplines
  • Develop your creative thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Gain valuable experience working on real-world projects
  • ASSESSMENT

    All units are internally assessed and are subject to external verification.
  • DURATION

    2 years
  • ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

    Pupils must have at least 5 Level 2 qualifications, including English & mathematics
  • EXAM BOARD

    Pearson

  • ADDITIONAL COSTS

    Purchase of materials plus visits to exhibitions.

    Materials to include pen nib and holder, masking tape, craft knife, sketching pencils, fine liner, brushes, lino cutting tool, scissors, glue stick and A6 sketchbook.

  • ASSESSMENT

    All units are internally assessed and are subject to external verification.
  • DURATION

    2 years
  • ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

    Pupils must have at least 5 Level 2 qualifications, including English & mathematics
  • EXAM BOARD

    Pearson

  • ADDITIONAL COSTS

    Purchase of materials plus visits to exhibitions.

    Materials to include pen nib and holder, masking tape, craft knife, sketching pencils, fine liner, brushes, lino cutting tool, scissors, glue stick and A6 sketchbook.

Make this an IB course?

Add an IB diploma course & CP core modules to this BTEC Extended Diploma for IB recognition.

Course Overview

YEAR 1

  • In year one you will work on a flexible introductory core programme of visual studies, integrated individual and group projects and workshop practice in both 2D and 3D of which drawing is an integral part. Contextual studies, information technology and professional practice also form a vital part of the course. This will culminate in a final project which will be exhibited at our Arts evening.

YEAR 2

  • During your second year you will select a pathway in which to specialise from any of the units covered and produce a final major project. Within this, research and development and a written statement of intentions are important elements. Work is internally assessed at the end of each unit and externally moderated.
The BTEC International Level 3 in Art and Design course is a highly respected qualification that is recognized by universities and employers around the world. On successful completion of the course, you will have the opportunity to progress to a wide range of university art and design courses, including BA (Hons) Fine Art, BA (Hons) Graphic Design, and BA (Hons) Illustration. You may also choose to start a career in the creative industries, as a junior designer, art technician, or photographer.

Pupils can also progress to higher education degree programmes, such as BTEC:

Pupils can also progress to higher education degree programmes, such as BTEC: