BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Art and Design

Start Date: 02/09/2013 Day(s) of Week:VARIOUS Duration:1 Year Fee: £750
Full-Time courses for 16-18 School Leavers are Free.

If you are aged between 19 and 23 and don't already hold a qualification equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, and you need to study at Entry or Level 1 to progress to Level 2, tuition fees will be waived. If you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria, tuition fees will be waived. (Registration Fees will still apply).
Course Content: Throughout this course you will become familiar with the broad range of Art and Design disciplines. The content of the course will focus upon drawing and painting techniques, printmaking, textiles, ceramics, 3D design, graphics, computer art etc.

In addition, all students are expected to attend Functional Skills classes in Maths, English and ICT. Entry Qualification: No formal qualifications are needed. A keen interest in the subject is essential along with some evidence of a range of previous Art and Design work brought to interview. Special Features: All Art and Design students study in our purpose-built Art school at the Ashton campus. This allows students at all levels to share ideas and have access to work by students in other creative areas. Course Format: Student work is assessed on a continuous basis with students completing assignments and coursework, which are compiled into a portfolio. Progression: Successful students can progress onto the BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Art and Design at the College. The course has been designed for you to develop a range of skills and improve confidence and organisational skills, which will be useful within future education or employment.