Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Beverley. Classes run at Bishop Burton College, full-time during the day. This level 3 BTEC art and design qualification takes one year to complete. You'll build a professional portfolio through live projects and develop core creative skills. You can then specialise in 3D Design, Textiles and Fashion Design, or Games Design, Graphics and Illustration. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, plus a satisfactory reference.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll develop visual recording and communication skills across a range of media.
You'll study critical and contextual studies to understand art and design in a broader cultural context.
You'll explore the creative process, from initial ideas through to finished outcomes.
You'll practise graphics, materials, techniques and processes relevant to your chosen specialism.
You'll specialise in one of three pathways: 3D Design, Textiles and Fashion Design, or Games Design, Graphics and Illustration.
You'll build a professional portfolio that demonstrates your creative development.
You'll work to client briefs and develop skills in curating and presenting your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical and theoretical sessions in the classroom. Guest speakers and visits to industry and cultural venues support your studies. You'll normally attend college three days a week. Assessment is through portfolio work, live project briefs, and coursework across your chosen specialism units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Burton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for print and digital media.
Illustrator: produce artwork for books, games, advertising, and publishing.
Textile designer: design fabrics and patterns for fashion or interiors.
Games artist: create characters, environments, and assets for games.
Fashion designer: develop clothing and accessory collections.
Visual merchandiser: design in-store displays and retail environments.
Art and design technician: support creative studios, colleges, or galleries.
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design (Level 4): a natural next step if you want to specialise further before entering the industry.
BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fashion, or Fine Art (Level 6): most universities accept the BTEC National Diploma for degree entry in creative subjects.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3): some learners use this as a bridge year before applying to degree courses.
