Free Level 3 BTEC Art, Design and Media Foundation Course in Swindon. Classes run at New College Swindon North Star Campus, full-time during the day. This one-year course covers art, design and media practice at Level 3, giving you a broad grounding across creative disciplines. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Art, Design and Media Foundation Classes develop your practical skills and creative thinking through studio-based work and projects. It's open to anyone.
Who this course is for
Anyone
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across art, design and media disciplines.
You'll explore a range of creative processes, materials and techniques.
You'll produce a portfolio of work to demonstrate your creative development.
You'll study visual communication and design principles.
You'll work on briefs and projects that reflect professional creative practice.
You'll develop your ability to research, analyse and respond to creative ideas.
How you will learn
You'll learn through studio-based practical work, projects and creative briefs in the classroom. Assessment is through a portfolio of work and project-based assignments rather than written exams. You'll build your portfolio throughout the year, with tutors reviewing your progress and giving feedback on your work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New College Swindon North Star Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for print and digital media.
Illustrator: produce artwork for books, advertising and editorial.
Photographer: work in commercial, editorial or portrait photography.
Multimedia artist: create content across digital and moving-image platforms.
Visual merchandiser: design retail displays and in-store environments.
Art technician: support artists and designers in studios or schools.
Junior designer: entry-level role in a design studio or agency.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration or Photography: a degree is the natural next step after a Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma, and many universities accept this qualification for entry.
HND in Art and Design (Level 5): a two-year higher national qualification if you want to develop specialist skills before committing to a full degree.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to teach art or design in the future.
