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Level 2 Art and Design Course in Nottingham

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Nottingham College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Art and Design Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College Adams Building, full-time during the day. Students aged 16 to 18 years old do not pay tuition fees. If you are 19 or over, you may still be eligible for funding.

The course covers drawing, painting, sculpture, graphic design, textiles, print-making, model-making, and digital design. You work in both 2D and 3D, developing ideas from initial concept through to finished pieces. Gallery visits, live project briefs, and an end-of-year studio show are part of the programme. The course takes one year.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design.

Who this course is for

If you love a creative challenge, have a keen eye for detail and have a growing talent for drawing, painting and designing this course is perfect for you, especially if you need to re-take GCSE English and/or GCSE Maths.

Entry requirements

You'll need 4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D), including English Language and Maths - one of English Language or Maths must be grade 9-4 (A*-C).

Functional Skills Level 1 can be used as equivalent to GCSE grade 3 (D) and Functional Skills Level 2 can be used as equivalent to GCSE grade 4 (C) or above.

You will preferably need a GCSE Grade 3 in Art/Design and Technology/Textiles/Photography.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing skills across a range of styles and techniques.
  • You'll explore painting, using different materials and approaches.
  • You'll create sculpture and 3D work, including model-making.
  • You'll practise graphic design and digital design methods.
  • You'll experiment with textiles and print-making.
  • You'll develop ideas through research, discussion, and ongoing evaluation.
  • You'll build a body of creative work to a professional standard.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio work, creative projects, and hands-on making. Assessment is portfolio-based: you build and present a body of work over the year. You'll also take part in live briefs, competitions, and gallery visits. Progress is reviewed through discussion and ongoing evaluation of your creative development.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College Adams Building 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.
  • Textile designer, develops patterns and fabrics for fashion or interiors.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for books, advertising, and online content.
  • Studio assistant, supports artists or designers in a professional studio.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs in-store displays for retail brands.
  • Print technician, operates and manages print production processes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, the natural next step toward higher education or specialist creative work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design, for those focusing on visual communication and digital media.
  • Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, a UAL qualification that prepares you for a degree in a creative subject.
  • A degree in Fine Art, Illustration, Graphic Design, or a related field at university.
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