BTEC Edexcel National Extended Diploma in Art and Design - Graphic Design Level 3

Duration

Two years full time

Attendance

You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm. Your timetable will be for 16 hours per week and will be explained to you at interview.

Course Description

The BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) is a two year course designed to introduce you to the skills needed to work in the Creative Industries in a variety of areas. You will study layout, typography, branding, visualisation, using CAD and traditional methods. All activities will be underpinned by a core of drawing / visualisation skills.

Course Structure

The course consists of 18 units; 5 of which are core units. Assignments are set to explore various themes and lead up to a Final Major Project at the end of the 2nd Year.

Course Assessment

Key/Functional skills are embedded throughout the course, you will be required to take an exam and/or complete a portfolio to achieve these. The course proper is assessed continuously with critiques at the end of each 5 or 6 week project.

Course Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs grades A*-C including English.
First Diploma in Art and Design at merit.
For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview
Relevant industrial experience
All students will need to present a portfolio of art work at interview.

Course Costs

There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.

Course Enrichment

Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.

Course Progression

Previous students who have completed the National Diploma have gone on to study Graphic Design at degree level such as BA(Hons) Graphic Design including courses offered by Doncaster College.

Course Career Prospects

Opportunities exist to enter the Creative Industries at a Junior Level but further study would be recommended to achieve employment in many job areas including advertising, website design, editorial/print design and television graphics.

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