Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Coventry

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time during the day. Places are funded through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with the local authority making the final decision on placement. The course runs for one year. To join a Level 2 art and design course here, you'll typically need Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or a GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English. The course is open to students aged 16 to 24 years old with an EHC Plan.

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 art and design techniques.
  • You'll explore different materials, tools, and processes used in creative work.
  • You'll build a portfolio of art and design work to demonstrate your skills.
  • You'll develop your ability to plan and carry out creative projects.
  • You'll learn to review and reflect on your own creative work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on art and design classes at Hereward College. Work is assessed through a portfolio of creative projects you build up over the year. Your tutors will support you throughout, and assessment is ongoing rather than through a single exam.

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

  • Art and design assistant: support creative projects in a studio or workshop.
  • Visual merchandiser: create displays for shops and retail spaces.
  • Print production assistant: help produce printed materials and artwork.
  • Community arts worker: support arts activities in community settings.
  • Gallery or museum assistant: help with exhibitions and visitor engagement.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Art and Design Diploma: the next step if you want to go deeper into a creative specialism or move toward higher education.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: a one-year course that prepares you for degree-level study at art school.
  • Level 3 vocational qualifications in related areas such as graphic design, photography, or textiles, depending on your interests.