Level 3 Art and Design Course in Cambridge

CostFee:8583.00 Concession: 0.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Art and Design Practice Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma covers drawing, design, and creative practice. You'll explore materials, develop your own ideas, and build a strong portfolio. Units cover visual communication, contextual studies, and specialist creative skills. The course runs over two years. You need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Literature and Maths.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design Practice.

Who this course is for

The Extended Diploma in Architecture and Interior Design, will build on your design and technology experiences and will give you the opportunity to develop, broaden and strengthen your skills, or learn new ones if no previous design experience. You will be encouraged to work on your own initiative, learn to think independently and solve problems with flair; all with the teaching and support of specialist lecturers in our range of well-equipped workshops. In the first year (diploma) you will initially gain a broad knowledge of Design practices and then specialise within a pathway of your choice:

Subjects and areas covered:

History of Architecture and Design 3D Model making Digital design 2D and 3D design Technical drafting Projects Materials and colour

In addition to the specialist skills described above, we will help you to develop a range of wider skills that will makes you into a well-rounded professional, who will be highly valued by employers and universities.

English, Maths and IT, Employability, Personal Learning, Social and Community skills, together with your Specialist skills and qualification will give you a distinct advantage when it is time for you to progress to employment or further and higher education.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements shall be equivalent to passes in one of the following:

4 GCSE at grade 4 and above including English Literature and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop drawing and mark-making skills across different media.
  • You'll explore materials, techniques, and processes used in art and design.
  • You'll build a professional creative portfolio.
  • You'll study the history and context of art and design.
  • You'll develop visual communication and presentation skills.
  • You'll work independently on self-directed creative projects.
  • You'll experiment with specialist areas such as graphic design, photography, and illustration.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio practice, workshops, and taught sessions. Assessment is mainly through a portfolio of creative work built up over the two years. You'll also complete written assignments and contextual studies. Specialist lecturers support you in well-equipped studios and workshops.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional 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.
  • Art and design assistant, supports creative teams in studios or agencies.
  • Visual merchandiser, designs retail displays and in-store experiences.
  • Junior web designer, creates layouts and graphics for websites.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Graphic Design or Illustration, a degree for those wanting to specialise further.
  • BA (Hons) in Fine Art, for those pursuing a studio-based creative career.
  • BA (Hons) in Photography, building on specialist photographic skills.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design, a work-focused higher qualification if a full degree is not the next step.

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