Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Hillingdon. Classes run full-time at De Salis Studio College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll develop practical and critical skills across art and design disciplines, building a body of work that reflects your creative development. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 4 in both English and Maths. If you haven't studied BTEC Art and Design before, you'll also need to submit a portfolio for assessment.
Who this course is for
Pupils age 16 that have completed their GCSEs. Please see our full post 16 course prospectus from our website: https://www.therosedalehewensacademytrust.co.uk/
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics. Students who have not studied BTEC Art and Design before will be required to submit a portfolio which will be assessed upon entry.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in drawing, composition, and visual communication
You'll explore a range of materials, techniques, and processes
You'll research and respond to artists, designers, and creative movements
You'll plan and develop your own creative projects from brief to final outcome
You'll build and present a portfolio of your work
You'll write critically about your creative practice and influences
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects, and research tasks in the classroom. Assessment is through a portfolio of coursework and externally set assignments marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no written exams. Your portfolio is built up throughout the year and forms the main evidence of your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. De Salis Studio College 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 images for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms
Visual merchandiser: design displays and in-store environments
Photography assistant: support shoots in commercial or editorial settings
Art technician: support artists and studios with materials and equipment
Junior designer: entry-level role in a design studio or agency
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design: a larger qualification that opens more routes into higher education and creative careers.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4): a one-year course that prepares you for a degree in art, design, or architecture.
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related subject: the next step if you want to study at university level.
