BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Skills Course in Kingston on Thames. Classes run at Kingston College - Creative Industries Centre, a dedicated campus with specialist creative arts facilities. This is a full-time daytime course running over 36 weeks. You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design disciplines, building a portfolio of work as you progress. The course is awarded by Pearson Edexcel. Tuition fees apply.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop skills in drawing, mark-making, and visual observation.
You'll explore a range of art and design media, materials, and techniques.
You'll research the work of artists, designers, and creative practitioners.
You'll plan and develop your own creative projects from initial idea to finished outcome.
You'll build and present a portfolio of your creative work.
You'll learn how to evaluate your own work and respond to feedback.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, project briefs, and creative workshops in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your skills and creative development throughout the course, rather than sitting written exams. Your tutor will review your progress and give feedback as you work through each project.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College - Creative Industries Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic design assistant: support designers on visual projects and layouts.
Visual merchandiser: create displays and in-store creative presentations.
Art technician: assist in schools, colleges, or studios with materials and equipment.
Photography assistant: support shoots and manage image editing tasks.
Craft maker or designer-maker: produce and sell handmade creative work.
Social media content creator: produce visual content for brands and businesses.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design: the main next step for those wanting to go deeper into a specialist creative discipline or apply to university.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a broad preparatory qualification widely used as a route into higher education in art and design.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design: a Level 4 qualification for those ready to move into higher-level creative study.
