Art and Design (3D Design) - BTEC Extended Diploma Full-time (FE)

Art and Design (3D Design) BTEC Extended Diploma Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Leamington Sep-2016 Mon, Tue and Wed 09:00 - 16:30 * see below 2Year(s) Leamington Sep-2016 Mon, Tue and Wed 09:00 - 16:30 * see below 2Year(s) What will I study?

The course is designed for students who want to develop a knowledge and understanding of practical skills within the 3D design field. This course prepares you for work within the design industry, progression onto University or a design based apprenticeship.

The course approach is towards practical work in well-equipped, specialist studios. Production of 3D prototypes exploring a range of materials and processes is supported with the production of 3D computer generated models using a range of 3D Design software. Drawing, presentation and design methods and skills are taught as discreet subjects as well as a component of design assignments.

What modules are covered?

Subjects you will study

The course is project based and will introduce you to a range of design specialisms including:

Small Scale –

Product Design – Craft (ceramics and jewellery / Metalwork)

Product Design – Industrial (mass manufacture)

Large Scale –

Architecture

Interior Design

Human Scale -

Transport Design (Automotive)

Contemporary Furniture Design

Mandatory Units:All specialist studies are underpinned with the delivery of core units which link to your practical assignments.

Visual Recording in Art & Design 

Materials, Techniques and Processes in Art & Design

 Ideas and Concepts in Art & Design

Communication through Art & Design

Contextual Influences in Art & Design

Specialist Units:

3D Computer Modelling

3D Design Media, Techniques and Technology

Large-scale Working (architectural)

Small-scale Working

Product Design (Industrial / Craft)

Application, Exploration and Realisation (FMP)

Design Methods in Art and Design

Design Principles in Art and Design

Personal and Professional Development in Art and Design

Computers in Art and Design

Human-scale Working (automotive)

Human-scale Design (automotive)

What qualifications will I get?

BTEC 90 Credit Diploma (Yr 1)
BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design (3D Design) (Yr 2)

How will I be assessed?

All non A Level qualifications including BTECs will now have some part of the course assessed externally (up to a maximum of 40% of the units). This still means that the majority of a BTEC course is assessed as normal as a student progresses through the two years by the teachers at the College through the coursework but there will be some units that have external assessments. The external assessments can take many forms: some might be practical projects such as responding to a particular brief or working on a project in controlled conditions, as well as traditional written or online examinations. Examples of all of the different types of assessment will be created in time to allow all students to practice and prepare for the real thing.

What is the entry process?

Please fill out an application form, either paper or online, this will be responded to with a letter of acknowledgement, then an appointment for an informal interview to discuss the course content and your professional design career aspirations.

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 2

Minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C or above to include English, Maths and a relevant arts based subject. Alternatively a BTEC Level 2 qualification in a related subject at Distinction is acceptable.

What else do I need to know?

The work is assignment-based (continual assessment) and involves research, problem solving, practical development, production and evaluation. The course is largely based on individual study, although some assignments are team or group based. Year 1 allows the exploration of several design areas before specialising in year 2.

A studio fee which is £85 per year will be charged.

We make every effort to ensure this course information is accurate. However, we reserve the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

The Extended Diploma is the equivalent of three A levels and as such equates directly to the equivalent UCAS points for degree course applications. Your final grade would range from PPP (Pass, Pass, Pass) to D*D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction*), again equal to three A Levels at grade C to A*

English and Maths
English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

English and Maths

English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

What can I do after this course?

The Extended Diploma is a proven and acceptable entry qualification to a BA Honours degree and qualifies directly for UCAS points. The course helps develop a portfolio of work that prepares the learner for a wide and diverse range of careers both in employment and self-employment - this includes freelance and in-house design work across a range of disciplines. Some students also become design apprentices who are linked to an employer and attend College as 'day release' students. The course has an established success record in enabling students to take advantage of extensive and wide ranging opportunities for study in higher education in universities and colleges throughout the UK and Europe

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowCourse code

WC11336

Fees

Course tuition fees are free for UK students under 19yrs.

All students may be charged for materials e.g. equipment, clothing etc.

UK students aged 19 and over will need to pay tuition fees as well as any materials, registration and exam fees.Some adults may be eligible for free tuition.Please contact us for more fee information.

The 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

If you are 24 or over at start of this course, you can apply for a new loan to cover the course fees. There are no repayments until the course is completed and you are earning £21000 or more. Therefore if you earn up to £21000 a year there’s nothing to pay back. If you earn £22000 a year your loan repayments would be as little as £7 per month. Call us for more information.

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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