Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Coventry. Classes run full-time at Hereward College, five days a week during the day. This course is for students aged 16 to 24 years old who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan. Places are funded through your local authority, and the final decision on placement is made by the local authority. To join a Level 3 course, you'll need a Level 2 Diploma and a grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English. The course runs over two years. You'll work toward the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Art and Design Practice, a level 3 btec art and design qualification with real weight in creative industries and higher education.
Who this course is for
For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan
Entry requirements
For Level 3 courses, students will have a Level 2
Diploma qualification and grade 4 or above in
GCSE maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design disciplines.
You'll create a portfolio of work to show your creative development.
You'll explore design processes from initial idea through to finished outcome.
You'll study art and design in cultural and historical context.
You'll develop skills in presenting and communicating your creative ideas.
You'll work on extended projects that build independent creative thinking.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through coursework and portfolio-based assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete units assessed by your tutors, with some units externally assessed by Pearson Edexcel. Learning takes place in the classroom and studio, with practical project work at the centre of your studies. You'll build a body of work over two years that demonstrates your skills and creative development.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: creating visual content for print and digital media.
Illustrator: producing artwork for books, advertising, and publishing.
Visual merchandiser: designing retail displays and in-store environments.
Art technician: supporting artists and designers in studios or schools.
Photography assistant: supporting shoots in commercial or editorial settings.
Junior designer: entry-level role in a design studio or agency.
What you could study next
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3/4): a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study and is widely used as a portfolio year before applying to art school.
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related subject: the natural next step if you want to study art and design at university.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design (Level 5): a two-year higher education qualification if you prefer a vocational route into the creative industries.
