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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Art and Design

at Ursuline College, Westgate-On-Sea · college

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

If you're thinking about art and design careers and want to to explore and develop your creative potential, this practical, work related course is for you. It will allow you to try out a range of techniques, materials and processes in art and design, help you to build an artist portfolio and discover the specialised area of study or work that most suits you. The course is the equivalent of 1 A level and you can study it in in addition to other level 3 academic or work related qualifications.

What you need to get on

4 GCSE’s 9-4, including Maths and English and a Grade 5 (Level 2 Pass) or above in Art. A portfolio of art work demonstrating artistic abilities and proficiency in using a broad range of media and processes. Students should be to be enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to developing their art work at home. They should have experience of working with a camera and sketchbook to record their own observations and experiences.

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

  • Ursuline College

    225, Canterbury Road, Westgate-On-Sea, CT8 8LX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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