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Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Hillingdon – Parkside Studio College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Parkside Studio College, full-time during the day. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 4 in English and Maths. If you haven't studied BTEC Art and Design before, you'll also submit a portfolio for assessment on entry. The level 3 BTEC art and design classes run over two years and cover a broad range of creative disciplines. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC art and design qualification is well regarded by universities and creative employers.

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 media including photography, textiles, fine art, and graphic design.
  • You'll research and respond to creative briefs through practical projects.
  • You'll build and present a professional portfolio of your work.
  • You'll analyse and evaluate your own creative practice and the work of others.
  • You'll develop ideas from initial concept through to finished outcomes.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day. You'll be assessed mainly through coursework and a portfolio of practical projects rather than written exams. Units are assessed by your tutors against Pearson Edexcel criteria. Some units may include written assignments, research tasks, and presentations. Your portfolio is central to the qualification and builds throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Parkside 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 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 environments
  • Visual merchandiser: design retail displays and brand environments
  • Junior animator: create motion graphics and digital animation
  • Art and design teacher (with further study): teach creative subjects in schools

What you could study next

A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is a common next step, preparing you for degree-level study. Many learners go on to a BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, or a related creative subject at university. If you want to teach art, a degree followed by a PGCE in Art and Design is the route to qualified teacher status.

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