Art and Design BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies (18+)
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Art and Design BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies (18+)
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Description
This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore a broad diagnostic programme of art and design subjects.
It will enable you to produce a portfolio of art and design work to support your application to Higher Education courses.
Description
In the first term you will explore visual language and media via a range of 2D and 3D projects. This prepares you for confirming your specialist pathway within the general areas of fine art, sculpture, ceramics, photography, printmaking/graphics, illustration, multimedia, fashion and textiles or 3D product design/communications.There will be opportunities to visit local and national galleries and exhibitions.
How long is the course?
One year -…Frequently asked questions
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This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore a
broad diagnostic programme of art and design subjects.
It will enable you to produce a portfolio of art and design work to
support your application to Higher Education courses.
Description
In the first term you will explore visual language and media via a range of 2D and 3D projects. This prepares you for confirming your specialist pathway within the general areas of fine art, sculpture, ceramics, photography, printmaking/graphics, illustration, multimedia, fashion and textiles or 3D product design/communications.There will be opportunities to visit local and national galleries and exhibitions.
How long is the course?
One year - 36 weeks (full-time)How will I be assessed?
Continuous internal assessment will be carried out throughout the course, units 1 to 6 are graded as Pass. The final major project is the culmination of the course and is graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.What does the course lead to?
You will further develop your conceptual and practical art and design skills to develop and produce a portfolio for your application to Higher Education.What can I go on to study?
BA (Hons) degrees in Art and Design, HNDs in Art and Design, teacher training or other advanced courses in Higher Education. Alternatively you could progress into employment with further training.Entry requirements
The minimum age for entry is 18 at the start of the course.You will need an A Level supported by three GCSEs grades A*-C or equivalent, including English or a combination of an A Level in Applied Art and Design or AS in Art and Design or a National/Extended Diploma in Art and Design.
All applicants will be required to attend an interview with a portfolio of practical art and design work which shows an appropriate standard and personal commitment.
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