BTEC First in Art
This is an excellent course to choose if you wish to continue with art and design after Year 11, either at college or in the workplace.
Course Overview
As this is a double option it is worth 2 or 4 GCSEs and is studied 6 lessons a week.
Students will study a wider range of art and design than the single options.
Course Structure
It is run in a similar way to single art and design, but there are much stronger links with industry and artists/designers and craftspeople. Students will apply their ideas to practical outcomes, looking at how professionals produce their work.
This course will cover a wide range of 2D and 3D art and design techniques as well as a focus on printmaking, graphics and textiles.
The course is purely coursework and modular based. There is no final examination, but deadlines throughout the year must be met.
Progression Routes & Qualifications
- A – levels /BTEC Art and Design Photography.
- University to study all areas of Art and Design.
- Employment in to an Art and Design background.