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Free BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Course in Selby

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Course in Selby. Classes run at Selby College, full-time during the day.

You'll work across drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, 3D design, surface design, and digital applications. You'll build a professional portfolio over the year. The course covers both studio practice and IT-based work. Entry requires three GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English or Maths, plus an interview. A Level 1 Art and Design at Merit with Level 1 English or Maths is also accepted.

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

Who this course is for

This course can either be studied at Wakefield College or Selby College.

This creative and exciting pathway is aimed at broadening and expanding your art and design skills to a very high standard in areas such as drawing, design generation, painting, 3-dimensional design, printmaking, ceramics, surface design and digital applications. Working within a creative studio environment and IT suites, you will develop your knowledge, self-confidence, communication, time-management and presentation skills, resulting in a professional portfolio and body of work.

Exploring the work and ideas of other artists and designers is key to underpinning all assignment work and supporting independent idea generation and development. The Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design Skills include industrial links and live briefs to develop wider communications, teamwork, confidence, resilience and time management.

You will learn through a series of thought-provoking topics and themes, diverse assignments/live briefs and practical workshops, led by friendly, supportive and experienced staff.

Enrichment: All students will have the opportunity to visit and explore local galleries and surrounding areas such as the Hepworth, the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Leeds City Art Gallery, Sheffield Art Gallery and the Henry Moore Institute.

Past industry links include: The Orangery; Burberry; Cannon Hall Farm; The Art House; The Ridings; Wakefield Bid; Art Walk Wakefield; Yorkshire Sculpture International; Swithens Farm, National Rail, Now Then Consortium and Up for Yorkshire

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English or Maths and a satisfactory interview. OR Level 1 Art and Design at Merit Grade and Level 1 English or Maths and a satisfactory interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and design generation skills.
  • You'll explore painting techniques across different media.
  • You'll work with 3D design and ceramics.
  • You'll practise printmaking and surface design.
  • You'll use digital tools and IT applications for creative work.
  • You'll build time-management and presentation skills.
  • You'll produce a professional portfolio of your work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based practice and IT suite sessions. Work is assessed through a portfolio of creative projects. You'll present your work and demonstrate your skills throughout the course. Assessment is ongoing, based on the work you produce rather than written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital.
  • Fashion designer, develops clothing and textile collections.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, media, and advertising.
  • Printmaker, creates original prints for galleries or commercial clients.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a creative studio.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the next step for learners wanting to go deeper into creative practice or apply to university.
  • Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Fashion Design, a specialist route for those interested in clothing and textiles.
  • A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a common step before applying to a degree course.
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