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BTEC Level 1 Art and Design Course in Birmingham – Longbridge Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Art and Design Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Longbridge Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so contact the campus directly for details.

The course lets you explore a wide range of creative skills and ideas across art and design. You'll work on practical projects covering areas such as drawing, colour, materials, and design processes. Alongside the creative work, you'll also build relevant English and maths skills. The course runs over one year.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

Create. Design. Innovate. Are you passionate about digital art creativity, illustration, or graphic design? The Level 1 Digital Art & Design Diploma is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of digital art and graphics.

Entry requirements

2 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above (or equivalent qualification) Interest in digital art, design, and graphics Enthusiasm to experiment and develop new creative skills

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and observational skills across different media.
  • You'll explore colour, texture, and composition in your work.
  • You'll experiment with a range of materials and creative techniques.
  • You'll develop ideas from initial concept through to finished outcomes.
  • You'll build an understanding of design processes and visual communication.
  • You'll strengthen your English and maths skills alongside your creative practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, studio-based work in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based: you build a body of work that shows your skills and creative development over the year. There are no written exams. Your tutor will guide you through projects and give feedback as you progress.

What you will need to bring

Longbridge Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a creative workspace.
  • Art and design technician, assists with materials and equipment in a school or college.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays for shops and retail environments, though most roles expect further study or experience.
  • Graphic design assistant, entry-level support role, usually requires a higher-level qualification to progress.
  • Craft or workshop assistant, helps run creative sessions in community or educational settings.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step after this course, covering more specialist creative skills.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, a Level 3 qualification that can lead to higher education or employment in the creative industries.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3), a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study.
  • Apprenticeship in a creative or design role, combining work and study at Level 2 or above.
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