Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at Mildenhall College Academy, full-time during the day. This free BTEC art and design course is available to students aged 16 to 18 years old in full-time education. You'll work from creative briefs, producing bodies of work for exhibitions or clients. The level 3 BTEC art and design classes run over two years and develop your skills across a wide range of materials, techniques and processes.
Who this course is for
Students are given an art and design brief which involves solving a problem, producing a body of work for an exhibition or a client piece. Students are urged to use a wide range of materials, techniques and processes, to develop their skills.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE Grade C/4
What you will learn
You'll respond to art and design briefs, developing ideas from concept to finished piece.
You'll experiment with a wide range of materials, techniques and processes.
You'll produce bodies of work suitable for exhibition or client presentation.
You'll develop skills in visual communication and creative problem-solving.
You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your creative development.
You'll learn to evaluate your own work and refine your practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practice, responding to set briefs and developing work across a range of disciplines. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of evidence rather than written exams. You'll produce practical projects that show your creative process, from initial research and experimentation through to a finished outcome. Classes are delivered in person at Mildenhall College Academy during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Mildenhall College Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for brands and media
Illustrator: produce artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms
Photographer: work in commercial, editorial, or portrait photography
Textile designer: design patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors
Art technician: support studio and gallery operations in schools or colleges
Visual merchandiser: design retail displays and in-store environments
Animator: create moving image content for film, TV, or games
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related subject at university. The BTEC National Diploma is widely accepted as a qualification for degree entry in creative arts.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4): a one-year course that bridges BTEC study and a specialist degree, helping you build your portfolio and clarify your creative direction.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design: a work-focused higher education route if you prefer not to take a full degree.
