ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Taken as part of the IBCP and must be taken with either 2 Higher Level IB
subjects or 3 Standard Level subjects.
WHERE THIS SUBJECT CAN TAKE YOU
This course offers UCAS points and is university recognised whilst also being a fantastic option for those looking to progress to apprenticeships and work. The practical experience gained through marketing and
work experience units prepares students for both further academia, full time education and running their own business.
AWARD
BTEC (IBCP ONLY)
BTEC National, Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (60 Credits)
COURSE CONTENT/STRUCTURE
Six units over two years, four mandatory units and two chosen by the department according to the strengths of the students.
The four mandatory units:
Visual Recording and Communication
In this unit, you will develop your visual recording and communication skills through exploration and experimentation with materials and methods. You will extend your skills through exploring the work of others, ongoing personal reflection and the refinement of your own work.
Critical and Contextual Studies in Art and Design
In this unit, you will develop contextual research and critical analysis skills. You will learn how to critically analyse pieces of art and design work, deconstructing images and thinking critically about what you see.
The Creative Process
In this unit, you will explore the activities within the creative process. You will develop ideas through use of materials, techniques and processes, refining your ideas and reviewing your working practices. You will explore ways to present your work and understand the importance of self-reflection and evaluation as an ongoing process. You will apply your
own creative process to a piece of art and design work, reflecting on what you have learned to help inform your future practice.
Materials, Techniques and Processes in Art and Design
In this unit, you will investigate different art and design materials, techniques and processes. You will then select specific materials to investigate in more depth. You will apply your knowledge and skills to a brief, ensuring key health and safety procedures are followed. Finally you will review your progress, making plans to further develop your art and design skills.
ASSESSMENT
- Four of the six units are internally assessed by the department and will be graded as Distinction, Merit or Pass.
- Only two units are externally assessed. The final grade will be expressed as a Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass.
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