Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Bradford. Classes run at Bradford College David Hockney Building, full-time during the day. The course runs for one academic year and covers the core principles of art and design, alongside employability skills linked to the creative industries. You'll work across six topics including formal elements of art, print, 3D work, and design crafts. There are no entry requirements beyond an interest in the subject and a commitment to attend.
Who this course is for
This introductory qualification is designed for learners who may be ready to progress quickly to further study, the Award offers a basic introduction to the principles of art and provides learners with the opportunity to develop generic, transferable and sector-specific skills related to the creative industries in order for them to progress to further learning. We also offer an optional two night residential in the Lake District where you can participate in the outdoor pursuits, such as hill walking, open canoeing and ghyll scrambling or the arts, such as botanical drawing, landscape photography and mindfulness in nature.
What you will learn
You'll explore the formal elements of art and core design principles
You'll complete 2D and 3D projects across a range of practical workshops
You'll develop skills in print-making and design crafts
You'll build employability skills including interview technique, ICT, and project planning
You'll carry out independent research and plan your own creative projects
You'll learn about health and safety at work and your rights and responsibilities in the workplace
You'll gain experience through visits and engagement with guest speakers from the creative industries
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshops, presentations, and independent research. Visits and guest speakers are part of the programme. There is also an optional two-night residential in the Lake District, which includes outdoor activities and arts-based sessions such as botanical drawing and landscape photography. Assessment is through your coursework and project work completed during the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bradford College David Hockney Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Studio assistant, supporting artists and designers in a creative workspace
Visual merchandiser, creating displays for retail environments
Print technician, producing printed materials and artwork
Community arts worker, running creative activities for local groups
Design assistant, supporting creative teams in agencies or studios
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design: the natural next step if you want to develop a specialist creative practice and build a portfolio for higher education or employment.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: broadens your skills into photography, film, or digital media.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a widely used route into degree-level study at art and design universities.
