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Applied General Diploma in Art and Design Level 3 (Visual Merchandising and Brand Promotion) Yr1

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma35 weeksFull time£5,421

What the college says

Visual Merchandising students develop a portfolio of work and employability skills for progression directly to employment from Level 3 or progression directly to Higher Education here at HRC studying for a foundation degree in Visual Merchandising or a related degree at another University.In the UK alone the retail sector provides jobs for more than 1.5 million people. Our employers are high-profile retailers both online and in the most successful shopping environments such as John Lewis at Stratford Westfield and Selfridges Oxford Street.Student pass rates for 2017-18 were 100%. Four students achieved a Distinction grade equivalent to three A*."When I got to placement I was surprised that they had the same workshop and studio set up as we have here so I could immediately be useful and put my training into practice" "Me and my friend both got a display job before we finished the course shame they are in different places!' "I finished the course 9 years ago but I come back every year to set a live brief with the students and I enjoy seeing the outcome. The course has a real advantage having tutors and technicians that know display and have industry experience."

What you need to get on

200 GCSE entry points including English at Grade C (Grade 4 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure)or A Level 2 Diploma at Merit level and English at Grade C (Grade 4 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure) You will need to provide examples of art and design work at interview We also welcome applications from students with relevant experience or qualifications.For more information on GCSE points please refer to https://www.hrc.ac.uk/school-leavers-16-18/qualifications-guide

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ware Campus

    Hertford Regional College Scotts Road, Ware, SG12 9JF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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