BTEC First Diploma Art And Design (Edexcel)

BTEC

In Tottenham

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Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Tottenham

  • Duration

    1 Year

This course is an introduction to Art and Design and an opportunity to build your skills and to be introduced to a range of artists and designers. You will also be taught how to think creatively. You will be taught painting, drawing, markmaking, textiles, graphics, printmaking, sculpture and contextual studies.

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Government funding available

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Location

Start date

Tottenham (London)
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N17 8HR

Start date

On request

About this course

Minimum 2 GCSE at D in relevant subjects or a level 1 qualification in a relevant subject. Plus a real interest in art and a portfolio of art work.

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Course programme

BTEC First Diploma Art And Design (Edexcel)
This course is an introduction to Art and Design and an opportunity to build your skills and to be introduced to a range of artists and designers. You will also be taught how to think creatively. You will be taught painting, drawing, markmaking, textiles, graphics, printmaking, sculpture and contextual studies.

What will I be doing?
The course will start with an introduction to visual language and formal elements. You will be taught a variety of drawing methods, markmaking methods and painting to build up your skills and give you the foundation to develop your creativity and ideas in your specialised area. You will then go on to develop your skills in 3D, graphics â€" both traditional and computer based, textiles â€" photographic silk screening and weaving as well as continuing to explore markmaking and a variety of painting and drawing techniques. In your final term you will specialise in your chosen field producing a final piece for your Final Major Project. Throughout the year you will study other artists and designers to help inform your work. Throughout the year you will also be taken on a number of visits to galleries and museums.

How will I be assessed?
Formal assessment takes place 6 times a year which will consist of a 1:1 tutorial feedback. Continuing assessing will take place through weekly, marked homework. Final assessment will take place in your final term after completion of your Final Major Project

What can I do after completing this course?
Successful completion of the course is equivalent to 4 GCSE at grade A*-C After completion of the course you may progress to develop your skills and knowledge on the level 3 B†TEC National Diploma in Art and Design. You may also go into employment.

BTEC First Diploma Art And Design (Edexcel)

Price on request