BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Liverpool for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St John Bosco Arts College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Graphic Design Courses in Liverpool.

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Liverpool. Classes run at St John Bosco Arts College, full-time during the day. This two-year Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec art and design qualification develops your practical and critical skills across a range of art and design disciplines. You'll build a portfolio of work and explore your own creative direction. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

4 GSCE Grade 9-4

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills across drawing, painting, and mixed media.
  • You'll explore design processes and how to develop ideas from concept to finished piece.
  • You'll study the work of artists and designers to inform your own practice.
  • You'll build and present a portfolio of your creative work.
  • You'll learn to analyse and evaluate art and design in written and verbal form.
  • You'll experiment with materials, techniques, and processes across different disciplines.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, with studio sessions at St John Bosco Arts College. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of practical work rather than written exams. You'll complete set assignments and personal projects that demonstrate your skills and creative development. There is also a written component where you analyse and evaluate art and design work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St John Bosco Arts 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
  • Animator: create moving image content for film, TV, or games
  • Art technician: support studio and gallery operations in schools or colleges
  • Visual merchandiser: design retail displays and in-store environments

What you could study next

A BTEC National Extended Certificate at Level 3 can lead to a range of further study options. You could progress to a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, which prepares you for degree-level study. Many learners go on to a BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related subject at university. Some also move into Higher National Certificates or Diplomas (HNC or HND) in Art and Design as a more vocational route into the creative industries.

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