Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design

The course is an introduction to the principles of various art and design disciplines. There will be a focus on developing core skills that will enable students to improve the quality of their artwork. The course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to progress onto a level 3 course. Students who come onto the level 2 course will have an interest in Art in general and this will be encouraged and developed in specialist areas to give students an insight into what they might choose to work towards. This course is a Study Programme which consists of:

• Vocational Qualification
• Work Experience
• Tutorial
• Maths*
• English*

*If you have not already achieved a GCSE pass at grade C or above in English and Maths you will study Maths and/ or English as an integral part of your college programme.

You will need:
4 GCSEs at Grade 3 (D in the old grade structure) or above including one in a creative subject, one in English or maths. A relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE/Level 1 in English & maths.

You will need to demonstrate a curiosity in art and design and an interest in exploring a range of creative skills and ideas.

A portfolio of your work is required for presentation at interview.

This course is free for 16-18yrs; for 19-23yrs, course is free if you have not achieved a full Level 2 qualification.

For all other students fees apply:
1st year course fee £1,286; Exam Fee £134

Loans & assistance are available from Student Services