Free BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Course in Scarborough. Classes run full-time at Scarborough Sixth Form College over two years. This level 3 btec art and design qualification is funded through the ESFA 16-19 programme, so there are no fees to pay. You'll develop practical and creative skills across a broad range of art and design disciplines, building a strong portfolio of work. The Pearson Edexcel btec art and design classes give you the depth and breadth that universities and creative employers look for.
Who this course is for
More details about studying Fashion Extended at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]
Entry requirements
Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in drawing, mark-making, and visual communication.
You'll explore a range of art and design disciplines, including fine art, graphic design, and illustration.
You'll research artists, designers, and movements to inform your own creative practice.
You'll plan, develop, and refine your own creative projects from brief to final outcome.
You'll build a professional portfolio of work to support university or employment applications.
You'll use materials, techniques, and processes appropriate to your chosen specialism.
You'll reflect critically on your own work and the work of others.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through coursework and portfolio-based projects rather than written exams. You'll complete units through practical studio work, research tasks, and project assignments. Teaching takes place in classroom and studio settings during the day. Work is assessed by your tutors against set criteria, and some units may include externally set assignments marked by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form 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
Visual merchandiser - design retail displays and in-store environments
Art technician - support art departments in schools or colleges
Textile designer - design patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors
Junior animator - create motion graphics or character animation
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Fine Art or Graphic Design - the BTEC National Extended Diploma is widely accepted for degree entry in art and design subjects.
BA (Hons) Illustration or Animation - if you want to specialise further.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3) - a one-year course some learners take before a degree to explore different disciplines.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design - a two-year higher-level qualification if you prefer a college-based route into a creative career.
