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Level 3 Art and Design Course in Oldham for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Oldham Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Oldham. Classes run full-time at Oldham Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day.

The course covers a wide range of disciplines over two years. You'll explore fine art, graphic design, photography, ceramics, textiles, and 3D design. Practical work includes everything from mark making to 3D construction. You'll develop creative skills across different media and processes. Assessment is 100% coursework across three components, so there are no written exams.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Art and Design at Level 3, equivalent to three A Levels.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal if you want to study Art and Design full time. As the equivalent of 3 A Levels the course provides many opportunities to gain practical techniques and develop creative skills in a wide range of media. Students experience many different ways of working and if you are the sort of creative individual who enjoys exploring a variety of processes, from mark making to 3D construction, there is lots for you to experiment with here.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including in both English and/or Maths. You will also require a minimum grade 4 in an Art related subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical techniques across a wide range of art and design media.
  • You'll explore fine art, including drawing, painting, and mark making.
  • You'll work with ceramics and 3D construction methods.
  • You'll study graphic design and learn visual communication skills.
  • You'll practise photography as a creative discipline.
  • You'll experiment with textiles and mixed-media processes.
  • You'll build a portfolio of coursework across all three components.

How you will learn

The course is assessed entirely through coursework. In Year 1 you complete one component. In Year 2 you complete two further components. There are no written exams. Learning takes place in the classroom and studio, with visiting speakers from industry and universities. You'll also have the opportunity to go on trips to galleries, museums, and exhibitions.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for brands and media.
  • Illustrator, produces artwork for publishing, advertising, and digital platforms.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or portrait photography.
  • Fashion designer, designs clothing and accessories for brands or independently.
  • Textile designer, creates patterns and surface designs for fabric and interiors.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs retail displays and in-store environments.
  • Animator, produces motion graphics and digital animation for screen.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Photography, or a related subject at university, building on the Extended Diploma's equivalence to three A Levels.
  • A degree apprenticeship in a creative or design field, combining work and study.
  • A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, for those who want a specialist year before a degree.
  • A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design, a two-year higher education route.
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