Level 3 Art and Design Course in Peterlee. Classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll work across a range of media, developing practical techniques and creating your own pieces. Projects take place in a number of locations, including a study visit to Holland to see work at the Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum. You'll also design sculpture, take part in a Fashion Show, and work on special effects make-up. Entry requires five GCSEs at grades A* to C, including Maths and English.
Who this course is for
The OCR Level 3 programmes are designed to help you extend your understanding of the Art and Design Industry whilst developing your skills across a range of media; you will learn techniques as well as create your own pieces. You will work on a range of projects in a number of locations. Learners have the opportunity to witness art at the Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum whilst visiting Holland; design their own sculpture; participate in a Fashion Show as designer and model and be made up as a zombie for the Zombie Apocalypse Halloween event. If you are passionate about working in the Art and Design Industry, then this is the programme for you.
Entry requirements
5 A*-C grade GCSEs (including Maths and English)
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design media.
You'll create your own original pieces through structured projects.
You'll study techniques in sculpture and three-dimensional design.
You'll gain experience in fashion design and styling.
You'll work with special effects make-up as a creative discipline.
You'll view and respond to major works of art at international galleries.
You'll build a portfolio of work across different creative disciplines.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on studio practice, project work, and visits to galleries and other locations. Assessment is through a portfolio of creative work and projects completed throughout the course. You'll work both independently and collaboratively, responding to set briefs and developing your own ideas across different media and disciplines.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee 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 publishing, advertising, or editorial work.
Fashion assistant: support design and production in clothing or retail.
Art technician: support studio or gallery operations in schools or colleges.
Visual merchandiser: design in-store displays for retail environments.
Photography assistant: support shoots in commercial or editorial settings.
Make-up artist: work in film, theatre, fashion, or special effects.
What you could study next
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 4): the standard route into higher education for art and design students, accepted by most UK universities and art colleges.
BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion, or Illustration: degree-level study in a specialist creative discipline.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design: a work-focused higher education route if you prefer not to take a full degree.
