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Art & Design Intermediate Diploma

at Isle of Wight College, Newport · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma37 weeksFull time

What the college says

The OCR Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design is a broad-based course, allowing students to explore different subject skills so that they can find out more about their creative talents. You will learn how to produce a range of work through a variety of assignments and practical projects that will be based on industry standard practice within in the art and design sector. This is important because it allows you to get to know more about the industry and possible careers within it. The most important thing you need is a lively and enquiring mind, a growing interest in art and design with a willingness to explore new ideas along with the enthusiasm to learn how to communicate your ideas effectively.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above including English and Maths are required although account will be taken of other experience and qualifications; equally important are your enthusiasm, commitment and your willingness to work hard on all areas of the course. You will have the opportunity to show any existing work at the interview stage.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • The Isle Of Wight College - Newport

    The Isle Of Wight College Medina Way, Newport, PO30 5TA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Newport

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