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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Lewes

Cost�2000.00 There will be an additional cost of �50.00 to cover your workshop materials. You will also need to put aside some money for the materials and equipment you use and to allow for one art and design trip over the year. An A1 portfolio will help you
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Lewes. Classes run at East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll explore 2D and 3D materials, methods, and processes across a wide range of the course activities. Skills covered include drawing, painting, graphic design, printmaking, 3D model making, and digital processes. The course runs for one year and ends with a Final Major Project. You devise your own brief and build a portfolio that showcases your strengths.

You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English or maths at grade 3, plus a portfolio of work. You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 diploma will provide you with the opportunity to explore 2D and 3D materials, methods, and processes of many art and design activities. You will also begin to develop your technical skills, acquire knowledge, and build a portfolio of art and design work.

Entry requirements

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3. A portfolio of work will be required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore 2D and 3D art and design materials and processes.
  • You'll develop skills in drawing and painting.
  • You'll practise graphic design and digital processes.
  • You'll learn printmaking and 3D model making.
  • You'll build a portfolio of art and design work throughout the year.
  • You'll complete a Final Major Project, devising your own creative brief.
  • You'll develop a professional approach to creative practice.

How you will learn

Assessment is formative throughout the course. You'll receive regular feedback to support your learning. Only the final unit is graded. If you complete the first two units, you earn the Level 2 Award. Completing all nine units achieves the full Level 2 Diploma. Classes are classroom-based, full-time during the day.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to budget for workshop materials (around £50) and any additional materials and equipment you use. One art and design trip is planned over the year, so allow for that cost too. An A1 portfolio will help you. East Sussex College Group Lewes Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, advertising, and online platforms.
  • Printmaker, creates original prints for galleries or commercial clients.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional studio.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail environments.
  • Art technician, supports practical art and design work in a school or college.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Art and Design Diploma, the natural next step if you achieve a Merit or above, and a route toward higher education or specialist creative training.
  • A Level Art and Design, an alternative academic route for those interested in university entry.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a pre-degree qualification recognised by art colleges and universities across the UK.
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