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BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Skills Course in Loughborough

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Skills Course in Loughborough. Classes run full-time at Main Campus, with daytime attendance over one year. Fees may apply depending on your age and circumstances. Some learners may be entitled to fee remission, so it's worth contacting the centre to find out where you stand. You'll work across photography, 2D and 3D design, digital art, and traditional art techniques, building a portfolio as you go. Units cover skills development, an art and design project, and personal development. Two units are externally assessed. You'll also have the option to study GCSE English and Maths alongside the course.

Who this course is for

This course will give you the chance to develop your art and design skills, working on projects to showcase your emerging talents.

You will work with photography, 2D and 3D design, digital art, and more traditional art techniques to create a portfolio to further in your career in art and design.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above in relevant subject areas.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills across photography, 2D design, 3D design, and digital art.
  • You'll explore traditional art techniques alongside contemporary methods.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work to demonstrate your creative development.
  • You'll complete themed coursework projects that challenge your skills and ideas.
  • You'll work on a personal art and design project from concept to completion.
  • You'll develop personal and professional skills relevant to creative industries.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on studio projects and coursework set around creative themes. Most of your work is assessed through your portfolio and coursework submissions. Two units are externally assessed. Classes are classroom-based and run full-time during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer assistant: support design teams on visual projects.
  • Photographer: shoot and edit images for clients or publications.
  • Digital artist: create artwork and assets for digital platforms.
  • Visual merchandiser: design in-store displays for retail environments.
  • Art technician: support artists and designers in studio or gallery settings.
  • Illustrator: produce artwork for print, digital, or commercial use.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design: the natural next step, deepening your specialist skills and opening routes into higher education or professional creative roles.
  • A Level Art and Design: an alternative academic route if you want to combine art with other A Level subjects.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3): a broad preparatory course widely used as a route into art and design degree programmes.
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