Part Time BTEC Diploma Foundation Studies Art and Design

MODE OF STUDY PT
FE LEVEL 3
DURATION 2 years
START DATE(S) September
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED To be advised
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE
ADDITIONAL COSTS To be advised
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY Edexcel/London Qualifications
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All applicants will be expected to present a portfolio of work that demonstrates an appropriate level of creative, analytical, technical and personal achievement. In addition, applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:

The achievement of a minimum of 40 UCAS points from AS/A level, ASVCE/AVCE (Vocational AS/A level and Double Award), BTEC National Award/Certificate/Diploma award(s) in Art and Design or related subjects and Key Skills awards; or
5 GCSEs at grades A*- C; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FE Level 3 awards.

Applicants whose qualifications do not conform to the standard entry requirements detailed above will be considered on merit. Relevant experience will be taken into account and full recognition will also be given to the principle of Prior Experiential) Learning AP(E)L.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
This course is an intensive two years part-time course. It is designed to equip students with a relevant portfolio of artwork and the knowledge and experience required to progress onto Foundation Degree level, HND level, BA (Hons) level in Art and Design courses.

The Foundation studies course is divided into three main stages:
Exploratory Stage, which is a broad-based exploration of materials, techniques and media and designed to build a solid skills base. The Pathway Stage, is given over entirely to project work and further development of skills and knowledge and the course concludes with the Confirmatory Stage when students will be working on a major self-initiated project, followed by external examination and an-end-of-year exhibition.
PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
On completion students will have attained the experience, skills, confidence and discipline to progress onto and be successful on Foundation Degree or BA (Hons) courses in all fields of Art and Design.
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE coursework and FMP practical examination