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Diploma in Art and Design Level 2

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma35 weeksFull time£2,085

What the college says

Creative Industries accounted for 6.1% of the total number of jobs in the UK in 2017. Level 2 students can choose from a wide range of subjects to specialise in for further study towards a career. This course will introduce you to a range of activities essential to the development and delivery of art and design outcomes including research ideas development the use of technical skills and evaluation. It will also provide an introduction to the diversity of roles and responsibilities in the arts design and creative industries and the personal and professional characteristics needed for a career in the creative media industryDuring this course you will; Develop English and Maths skills as well as a portfolio of work in preparation for direct progression to Level 3 study in the art and design area of your choice or apprenticeship. Explore and extend this interest via a full-time immersive learning experience. Many students will have identified a specific career in the creative industries that they wish to progress to (eg fashion designer graphic designer product designer architect) using this qualification as a starting point Work with employers galleries Museums and respond to the fast-paced nature of the creative industries Produce a personal portfolio of evidence via a final major projectThis course has a 97%-100% achievement rate."Art students look at the world as outsiders and demand change. Artists and designers do not celebrate the status quo but ask questions demanding ne

What you need to get on

136 GCSE points plus Grade D (Grade 3 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure) in English Language or BTEC Level 1 Diploma at Merit level with Functional Skills English Level 1 You will be required to bring examples of your work to interviewFor more information on GCSE points please refer to https://www.hrc.ac.uk/school-leavers-16-18/qualifications-guide

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

  • Ware Campus

    Hertford Regional College Scotts Road, Ware, SG12 9JF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ware

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