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Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Luton – Luton Sixth Form College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Luton. Classes run at Luton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day, over two years. This is a 3D design specialism, covering interior design, furniture design, model-making, ceramics, jewellery, and exhibition and theatre design. You'll develop skills in drawing, model-making, technical working drawings, and computer-generated design. The course has a strong practical focus, with assignments linked to real commercial contexts. To apply, you'll need GCSE English at grade 3 and GCSE Art or Design and Technology at grade 4 (or a Merit in Level 2 BTEC Art and Design).

Who this course is for

This inspirational and practical course encourages the development of ideas, experimentation and creative approaches to fashion design, marketing and illustration, which underpin and define the spirit of fashion now. This course will enable you to develop a fashion portfolio and you will learn how to use industry leading software (Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) to prepare you for a career in the fashion industry.

Entry requirements

In addition to our general entry requirements, you must have: GCSE English � grade 3 GCSE Art � grade 4 (or Merit in Level 2 BTEC Art & Design)

What you will learn

  • You'll generate, develop, and communicate design ideas in two and three dimensions.
  • You'll produce hand-rendered presentation drawings and technical working drawings.
  • You'll create computer-generated design work using digital tools.
  • You'll build traditional models and prototypes to develop design concepts.
  • You'll explore 3D disciplines including interior design, furniture design, ceramics, and jewellery.
  • You'll build a diverse portfolio that demonstrates your skills to universities and employers.

How you will learn

Lessons are predominantly practical. You'll receive demonstrations of processes, then explore them in small groups and independently. Assignments are often set in a commercial context, so you apply your skills to briefs that reflect how the design industry works. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio submissions rather than written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Luton Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Interior designer. Plans and designs interior spaces for clients.
  • Product designer. Develops and refines physical products for manufacture.
  • Model maker. Creates scale models for architecture, film, or exhibitions.
  • Exhibition designer. Designs layouts and displays for galleries and events.
  • Furniture designer. Designs functional and decorative furniture pieces.
  • Theatre set designer. Creates visual environments for stage productions.
  • Jewellery designer. Designs and makes jewellery and silversmithing pieces.

What you could study next

A Level 3 art and design qualification is a recognised route into higher education. You could progress to a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, which many universities require before a degree. From there, a BA in Interior Design, Product Design, Architecture, or Fine Art are common next steps. Some learners also move directly onto degree-level study at university with a strong portfolio from this course.

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