Art & Design BTEC Diploma Level 2

Apply now Enquire Now

Harness your creative spark with this programme. You’ll build an art portfolio to showcase your work. You’ll also explore traditional art techniques such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and textiles. Additionally, you’ll explore elements of media, opening up exciting progression opportunities in traditional and digital media.

Gallery

Who is this course for?

If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

Units / Modules

The course is broken down into 3 units which cover: developing art and design skills, personal development and responding to a creative brief.

Benefits / Skills

  • Build a portfolio of artwork that showcases your skills.
  • Deepen your knowledge of art and design practice and theory.
  • Explore a variety of traditional arts techniques like printmaking and textiles.
  • Enhance your artistic flair by strengthening your drawing and painting
  • Entry Requirements

    Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English or maths.

    Career Progression

    Progression may include a level 3 qualification, an apprenticeship, or relevant employment.

    Similar Courses

    Visual Arts (Photography & Graphics)

    Combined course in photography and graphic design for broader learning before specialising at level 3. Also includes fundamental art skills. ...

    More info

    BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills

    This course gives you the opportunity to explore and develop a wide range of creative skills within digital media production, through a series of prac...

    More info

    Course Details

    Duration

    1 year

    Study Type

    Full time

    Start Date

    09/09/2024

    Course Code

    76747-01

    Course Fee (16-18)

    No fee

    Course Fee (Adult)

    £2,583   You may be entitled to support with fees. Click here for more info.

    Jobs in this sector

    Live data from the DoE's LMI API
    • Artists

      2022
      62,860
      2025
      63,242
      Future Recruitment
      382
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      1%
    • Graphic designers

      Average Salary
      £19,760
      2022
      101,973
      2025
      102,592
      Future Recruitment
      619
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      1%
    • Product, clothing and related designers

      Average Salary
      £27,040
      2022
      85,532
      2025
      86,051
      Future Recruitment
      519
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      1%
    • Design and development engineers

      Average Salary
      £39,520
      2022
      81,444
      2025
      83,556
      Future Recruitment
      2112
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      3%
    • Arts officers, producers and directors

      Average Salary
      £31,720
      2022
      93,037
      2025
      93,601
      Future Recruitment
      564
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      1%
    • Web design and development professionals

      Average Salary
      £30,160
      2022
      75,851
      2025
      77,818
      Future Recruitment
      1967
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      3%
    • IT business analysts, architects and systems designers

      Average Salary
      £48,360
      2022
      125,243
      2025
      128,490
      Future Recruitment
      3247
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      3%
    • Florists

      Average Salary
      £9,880
    • Advertising accounts managers and creative directors

      Average Salary
      £36,920
      2022
      38,152
      2025
      39,179
      Future Recruitment
      1027
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      3%
    • Architects

      Average Salary
      £48,880
      2022
      68,074
      2025
      69,906
      Future Recruitment
      1832
      Jobs in the next 3 years.
      3%

    Course Facts

    History

    English and maths will be built into your course if your grades are below 4.

    Extra Curriculum

    We provide full-time arts education to over 1,000 students every year, from level 1 through to BA Honours degrees. If you are successful in gaining a place on one of our specialist courses, we will work with you to develop your creative skills and prepare you for the next big step – either to university, drama school, art college or the world of work.

    Labour Market

    The number of Graphic designers needed in Leeds is due to grow by 4% between 2019 and 2024 (Emsi

    School of Creative Arts
    Leeds City College
    Leeds City College