BTEC National Extended Diploma in Art and Design Practice
at Wilberforce College, Hull · college
What the college says
This two-year Extended Diploma in Art & Design helps you build a strong creative skill set through projects in drawing, painting, printmaking, textiles, illustration, photography, and sculpture. Year one focuses on exploring techniques and developing a personal portfolio, while year two deepens your skills with experimental projects and a final major piece in your chosen specialism�preparing you for opportunities in the creative industries.
What you need to get on
You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at grades 9-4, including a grade 3 or higher in English Language. It is preferable that you have a Level 2 qualification in an art-based subject (e.g. a Merit at BTEC or a grade 4 at GCSE). If you don�t, you will need to bring a portfolio of work to your interview which we will review as part of the enrolment process.
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
Wilberforce College
Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road, Hull, HU8 9HD
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Hull
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