BTEC Edexcel Foundation Diploma Creative and Media Level 1

Duration

One year full time

Attendance

You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Friday 9am to 5.00pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm. Your timetable will be for 18 hours per week and will be explained to you during induction week.

Course Description

The BTEC Foundation Diploma in Creative and Media is a one year course designed to give you an introduction to the skills and technologies you will encounter in the Creative Industries.

Students are not expected to have any previous knowledge or qualifications in these areas but should display an interest in pursuing an area of Art, Design or Media as a profession. This might be as a Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Furniture Designer, Artist, Animator or Photographer.

You will study Fine Art Painting; Sculpture using wood & metal; Printmaking; Ceramics, Textiles, Computer Aided Design & Photography. All activities will be underpinned by a core of drawing/visualisation skills.

Functional skills are a part of this programme, English, Maths and IT will be delivered throughout the course.

You must be prepared to work hard through the course and in your own time to improve your skills.

Course Structure

The course consists of 6 units. Assignments are set to explore various themes and lead up to a Final Major Project at the end of the year.

You will study various components during which you will:

● Explore Visual Language in Media, Art and Performance

● Explore Materials, Techniques and Processes

● Explore and Develop Art, Media and Performance Ideas

● Carry out a project in Art, Media or Performance.

In addition you will take two specialist subjects which will vary, but may include:

Photography
Textiles
Printmaking
2D and 3D Design
Painting
Sculpture
Video
Digital Design

The components listed will be taught using a number of practical workshops as well as traditional classroom sessions.

You will be expected to keep both a video diary and a working journal of all your activities during your programme of study.

There will also be 10 days work experience built into your study.

Course Assessment

Functional skills are embedded/included throughout the course, you will be required to take an exam and/or complete a portfolio to achieve these. The course is assessed continuously through varied types of assignment work, e.g. case studies, live briefs, presentations and projects with reviews at the end of each project. There is a regular personal tutorial support system in which learners can discuss their work and any other problems.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course
All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English
Attend an interview and to display a keen interest in Creative and Media and, where possible, show evidence of that interest through a portfolio of drawings, paintings or photographs of your work.

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, trips and personal stationery. A £50.00 materials fee to be paid on enrolment. You will be informed of these at your interview.

Course Enrichment

Activities such as educational 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

After the foundation diploma you may progress on to one of our level 2 BTEC First Diplomas in Interactive Media and Animation, Music, Performing Arts or Art & Design.

The Foundation Diploma qualification is equal to 5 GCSE’s at grade D-G.

Course Career Prospects

After further study there are job opportunities in the creative industries including graphic design, games designing, photography, textile design, creative designing and picture editing.

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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.