Art and Design First Diploma

ART & DESIGN (First Diploma)

Why should I come to Pendleton College?
It is essential that you should have studied Art or Design before taking this course. We will cover a range of 2D and 3D assignments to develop your creative work. We have well-equipped art rooms designed especially for the art and design subjects and you will be taught by experienced and enthusiastic staff.

What will I study?
Four core units: These cover essential skills, knowledge and understanding for a broad range of jobs in both 2D and 3D. Two specialist units: These give you the opportunity to specialise in various aspects of art, craft and design.

What will I achieve?
Many of the students proceed on to the Btec National courses in Art and Design or Graphic Design and are then eagerly received by universities. To view some of the work and achievements of our students, please click on the graphic design link on the Course Spotlight page.

How is the course assessed?
This course is continually assessed internally with external moderation.

What else will I do?
As well as covering Intermediate Art and Design, you will develop your skills in the areas of: communication and IT. You will also have the opportunity to visit museum exhibitions and galleries.