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Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Coventry – Hereward College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time during the day.

The course is funded through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Your local authority must agree the placement. The course is for students aged 16 to 24 years old who hold an EHC Plan. You should have Level 1 vocational qualifications and Level 1 Functional Skills, or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English. The course classes cover practical and creative skills across two years of full-time study.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan

Entry requirements

For Level 2 courses, students should hold Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in drawing, painting, and making.
  • You'll explore a range of art and design materials and techniques.
  • You'll learn to generate and develop creative ideas.
  • You'll produce a portfolio of work to show your progress.
  • You'll study the work of artists and designers for inspiration.
  • You'll present and evaluate your own creative projects.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio work and classroom-based projects. Assessment is through a portfolio of creative work built up over the two years. You may also complete set assignments and a personal investigation. Your tutor will give feedback throughout to help you develop your skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports creative teams with visual projects.
  • Art technician, prepares materials and equipment in schools or studios.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays for shops and retail spaces.
  • Printmaker or studio assistant, works in a print or craft studio.
  • Community arts worker, delivers creative activities in local settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design, the next step for learners wanting to develop specialist creative skills.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a common route before applying to art and design degree programmes.
  • Higher Education in Art and Design, for those aiming toward a degree at university.
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