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BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Course in Birmingham – South & City College Birmingham Handsworth Campus

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact South & City College Birmingham for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at South & City College Birmingham Handsworth Campus, one evening a week over a year. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Contact the college for full fee details.

The course covers fashion and clothing skills, including pattern cutting, garment construction, and working with industrial and domestic sewing machines. You'll build a fashion portfolio relevant to the industry. Units explore design techniques and creative skills aligned with real career directions in art, design, and fashion.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma in Art and Design Skills at Level 2.

Who this course is for

Are you aged 19 or above and interested in learning the basics of fashion, mastering industrial and domestic sewing machines, and creating garments? If so, our one-year Level 2 Fashion & Clothing Diploma at the Bordesley Green campus is ideal for you. This course challenges you to build a fashion portfolio relevant to the industry, exploring various technical skills aligned with your career aspirations. Supported by experienced industry professionals in pattern cutting, design, and garment construction, you'll also have opportunities to showcase your creations at our end-of-year fashion show and events.

Entry requirements

To join this exciting course you will need:

  • A portfolio of past or current work you can bring to an interview.
  • Commitment and enthusiasm for fashion, sewing, pattern cutting & garment construction.

You will also need to fulfil one of the criteria below:

  • Three GCSEs grade 3 or above.
  • Level 1 Qualification.

We look forward to working with you and helping you to kick start your creative journey here with us.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in garment construction and clothing manufacture.
  • You'll learn to use industrial and domestic sewing machines.
  • You'll practise pattern cutting techniques used in the fashion industry.
  • You'll build a fashion portfolio to showcase your creative work.
  • You'll explore design principles and visual communication.
  • You'll develop skills in fabric selection and material handling.
  • You'll apply creative and technical skills to design and make garments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom. Work is assessed through a portfolio of creative projects and design work. You'll attend an interview and bring a portfolio of past or current work before starting. Tutors with industry experience support you throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring a portfolio of past or current work to your interview. South & City College Birmingham Handsworth Campus will confirm any additional materials you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fashion designer, creates clothing and accessories for brands or clients.
  • Garment technologist, oversees quality and construction in clothing production.
  • Pattern cutter, produces templates used to cut fabric in manufacturing.
  • Costume assistant, supports costume departments in theatre, film, or TV.
  • Textile artist, creates art and design work using fabric and materials.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs product displays for fashion retail environments.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design, a natural next step if you want to go deeper into creative practice or move toward higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles, builds on garment construction and design skills for a career in fashion.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Fashion and Textiles, for those aiming toward degree-level study in a creative field.
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