Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Bexley. Classes run full-time at Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere. This course is designed for learners with fewer than five standard GCSE passes. You'll spend one year developing practical and creative skills across a range of art and design disciplines. The course covers drawing, design processes, and visual communication. You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your creative development.
Who this course is for
Less than 5 Standard Passes at GCSE
What you will learn
You'll develop drawing and observational skills across a range of media.
You'll explore design processes from initial ideas through to finished outcomes.
You'll study colour, composition, and visual communication.
You'll experiment with different materials, techniques, and creative approaches.
You'll research artists and designers to inform your own work.
You'll build and present a portfolio of your creative projects.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects, and creative assignments in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your creative process and finished work throughout the year. There are no written exams. Your portfolio is assessed against OCR's criteria for the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic design assistant - support creative teams with visual projects
Visual merchandiser - create displays for retail environments
Art technician - support art departments in schools or studios
Photography assistant - assist with shoots and image editing
Print production assistant - work in print and publishing settings
Social media content creator - produce visual content for brands
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Art and Design (OCR) - the natural next step, leading toward higher education or creative employment.
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design - a broader qualification recognised by universities for creative degree entry.
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design - a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study in art, design, or architecture.
