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Level 3 A Level Art & Design (Graphics)

at Holy Cross College, Bury · college

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Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Graphics course gives you the opportunity to develop a personal and structured approach to project work. You?ll explore ideas and materials, develop your critical faculties in both practical and written work and acquire a high level of design, presentation and making skills.This is a specialised course that involves work in areas of illustration, advertising graphics and typography.

What you need to get on

General College entry requirements. Grade 4 or above in Art, GCSE Graphics or a related area, such as GCSE Design Technology. GCSE English grade 4 or above is recommended.Pass at Level 2, if you have studied BTEC Art and Design/Art and Design.Pass at Level 2, if you studied for an Extended Certificate/Art and Design Diploma.Students without GCSE in Art or a related subject will need to present a folder of work for negotiation, which must include at least one drawing made from direct observation.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

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

  • Holy Cross Sixth Form College

    Manchester Road, Bury, BL9 9BB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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