art & design option
imagine if you coulddesign a new kind of school...

Imagine what it would be like to go to a school where you’re surrounded by creativity every day, where you feel inspired and everyone shares your motivation and drive to succeed.

what will I be studying?

You will be studying towards a BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design. Full details of this qualification can be found at: http://www.edexcel.com/quals/nationals10/art/Pages/default.aspx

what does this involve?

Examples of specialsms within this option:

  • Painting
  • Sculpture
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • Textiles
  • Printmaking
  • Photography

Example units from this option:

  • Painting in Fine Art
  • Photography, Media, Techniques & Technology
  • Community art
  • Contextual Influences in Art & Design





how will I benefit from this course?

The progression routes for you as a student will be diverse. We will reflect this by offering you the opportunity to experience a full range of creative outlets suited to your interests and skills. You will enjoy the support from our partner design companies and art galleries offering exceptional work experience opportunities.

You will enjoy access to tuition, facilities and resources of the highest quality. You will have access to state of the art studios, including a textiles studio, a photography darkroom and a 3D sculpture and ceramics studio with a kiln. We also have a computer suite of MAC Pros with software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and In-Design.

You will enjoy the support from our partner design companies and art galleries offering exceptional work experience opportunities.
how will I be assessed?

You will be assessed through coursework, practical work and tutor assessment.

what are the entry requirements?

We will be offering places to those students who have natural talent, passion and enthusiasm to perform at their full potential and beyond.

You will be selected onto the Visual Arts and Design course through an aptitude workshop.

what can I do after my BTEC?

This course is excellent preparation for a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or a BA (Hons) Degree in specialised Visual Arts and Design areas such as Visual Communication, Fashion Design and Fine Art, or relevant employment such as in graphic design. Incorporated in your course are opportunities for work experience in relevant environments. The preparation of a personal portfolio for interview is a catered for and you will receive guidance and advice on interview techniques and on applying for higher and further visual art and design study.