Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Hillingdon. Classes run full-time at Rosedale 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 thinking. 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 a BTEC Art and Design qualification 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 art and design materials, techniques, and processes.
You'll research and analyse the work of artists, designers, and movements.
You'll plan and develop your own creative projects from initial idea to finished outcome.
You'll build and present a portfolio of work that shows your creative development.
You'll practise critical and reflective thinking about your own work and the work of others.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with practical studio sessions and project work at the centre. Assessment is portfolio based. You'll gather evidence of your creative process and finished outcomes throughout the year. There are no written exams. Your portfolio is assessed against Pearson Edexcel's criteria for the BTEC National Certificate in Art and Design.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rosedale 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 editorial work.
Visual merchandiser, designing in-store displays and retail environments.
Photography assistant, supporting shoots in commercial or studio settings.
Junior animator, working on motion graphics or digital media projects.
Art technician, supporting creative departments in schools or colleges.
Junior textile designer, developing patterns and surface designs for fashion or interiors.
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 or applying to university.
BA (Hons) in Art and Design or a related subject (Level 6): most universities accept the BTEC National Certificate as part of their entry requirements. A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3) is another common route into degree-level study.
