Art & Design, Level 2

Course Information

COURSE OVERVIEW

This dynamic and practical course is ideal for students looking to build on their creative foundations and develop a broad range of art and design skills. Through hands-on workshops and personal projects, you’ll explore key techniques and creative processes while preparing for progression into further study or a creative career.

Course Structure

The course is divided into two core units:

• Skills Development - In your first term, you’ll focus on building essential art and design skills. This unit takes you back to the fundamentals, helping you understand the formal elements of art and develop a strong technical foundation. Delivered through engaging workshops, you’ll explore:

  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Printmaking
  • Graphic Design
  • Digital Art
  • Textiles
  • Photography

• Art & Design Project - This unit allows you to apply the skills gained in Unit A1 to a personal creative project. You’ll learn how to respond to a design brief and develop your ideas through:

  • Creative Investigation
  • Visual Communication
  • Design Development
  • Practical Making
  • Project Planning and Execution

As part of your learning journey, you’ll also strengthen a wide range of transferable skills that support both creative practice and personal growth.

Self-Management Skills

• Time management
• Planning and organisation
• Decision-making
• Maintaining a positive mindset

Interpersonal Skills

• Empathy and collaboration
• Persuasion and negotiation
• Peer-to-peer working

Creative Skills

• Research and idea generation
• Problem-solving
• Practical making
• IT and digital creativity

Communication Skills

• Verbal and written communication
• Note-taking and presentation
• Advanced writing techniques

IT Skills

• Social media for creative promotion
• Use of creative software tools

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To enrol on our Level 2 Art & Design course, you’ll need:

• 4 GCSEs at Grades 3-9, including a Grade 4 in either English or Maths
• A genuine interest in Art & Design, demonstrated through a portfolio of work
• Previous experience in art is desirable
• Entry is subject to a successful interview