BTEC First Award in Art and Design
at Brentside High School, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
The emphasis throughout this course of study is to give you the technical and creative skills that will prepare you for the world of work, professional practice or entry to higher education. The work involved will be mainly practical and student centered (i.e. related to the goals and ambitions you have). This practical course will teach transferable skills (i.e. those skills that will transfer to any area of employment) such as IT, group work, and communication and presentation skills.
What you need to get on
Grade 9-3 in five GCSE subjects including English language or literature, mathematics and art or design technology
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
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
Brentside High School
Brentside High School Greenford Avenue, London, W7 1JJ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · London
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