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BTEC Level 1 Art and Design Course in Islington for Young People with an EHCP

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

For pupils of The Courtyard Islington with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Art and Design Course in Islington. Classes run at The Courtyard Islington, full-time during the day.

The course is open to all abilities, from those with little experience to those already working at a more confident level. You'll explore a wide range of mediums, combine practical artwork with artist research, and visit galleries to build your cultural and historical understanding. The course runs over two years.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Award in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

The art and design course is for students to explore their creativity and learn new skills using a wide range of mediums.

This Subject combines practical artwork practise with artist research and trips to galleries, which add to their cultural and historical understanding.

This subject is inclusive of all abilities; from students with little or no Art & Design experience to those working at a more competent level.

Those students whom have little experience have the opportunity to gain an AQA qualification at an Entry and Level One level. Higher ability students have the opportunity to achieve a BTEC qualification in Art & Design.

Entry requirements

Interest and talent in art

What you will learn

  • You'll work with a wide range of art and design mediums, including drawing, painting, and mixed media.
  • You'll develop practical skills through hands-on studio work.
  • You'll research artists and movements to inform your own creative practice.
  • You'll visit galleries to build your cultural and historical understanding.
  • You'll explore your own creativity and develop a personal visual style.
  • You'll present and evaluate your own artwork.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio sessions, artist research, and gallery visits. Assessment is portfolio-based: you build a body of work over the course that shows your skills and creative development. There are no written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each project in the classroom.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Courtyard Islington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, advertising, and editorial work.
  • Photographer, captures images for commercial or creative clients.
  • Art and design assistant, supports creative teams in studios or agencies.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design, a natural next step that broadens your skills and opens more creative career routes.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the main route into art and design degree courses at university.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Graphic Design, if you want to focus on digital and print design specifically.

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