Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Bedford. Classes run at Kimberley Sixth Form College, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 BTEC art and design qualification focuses on graphic design and visual communication skills for industry. You'll develop practical skills in Photoshop, CAD, modelling, and project management. Entry requires GCSE grade 4 in both English and maths, plus an average points score of 4 across your best eight GCSEs.
Who this course is for
This course provides opportunities for developing practical employability skills needed in the Graphic Design employment sector. It is a highly engaging course tailored to give you dynamic graphics and visual communication skills for industry. You will learn problem solving, dynamic, visual and communication techniques, project management , CAD, Photoshop, modelling and employability skills.
Entry requirements
Entry Criteria
GCSE Average Points Score (English and maths + best 6) of 4
English GCSE Grade 4
Maths GCSE Grade 4
What you will learn
You'll develop visual communication and graphic design skills for industry.
You'll use Photoshop and CAD software to create professional design work.
You'll build project management skills across design briefs.
You'll practise modelling and problem-solving techniques.
You'll learn dynamic visual and communication techniques used in the workplace.
You'll develop employability skills relevant to the graphic design sector.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kimberley Sixth Form College. The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through coursework and practical projects rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across units covering graphic design, visual communication, and industry-relevant skills. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kimberley Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for brands and clients.
Junior art director: support creative direction in agencies.
Visual communications assistant: produce graphics for print and digital.
CAD technician: use design software in technical or creative roles.
Digital media assistant: create assets for websites and social media.
Illustrator: produce artwork for commercial or publishing clients.
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design (Level 4): a natural next step into higher education.
BA (Hons) Graphic Design or Fine Art (Level 6): many universities accept the BTEC National Diploma as an entry qualification for degree programmes in art, design, and creative subjects.
Graphic Design Apprenticeship (Level 3 or Level 4): combine work experience with further qualification in a design role.
