Art and Design Level 2
Start Date
Mon Sep 04 2023
Day / Time
Weekdays
Duration
1 year
Fees
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Our Level 2 Art and
Design course will give you an exciting start to your creative career.
Whether you choose to focus on traditional fine artists and contemporary
designers or digital creators there are so many varied careers to which an art
& design course can lead.
On this course you will choose
one of two specialist strands to focus on: Digital
Art You'll learn digital design
skills such as photography, digital drawing, editing in PhotoShop and Premier
Pro. You will create digital landscapes and characters, produce
photography and animation, build your confidence, make new friends and have
fun! Traditional
Art You'll learn design skills
using traditional art materials and skills. You will create 2D
Drawing, Painting, Graphic Design, Illustration, Printmaking and 3D (Sculpture)
and, again, build your confidence for progression to our Level 3 Programme. During this year of study you
will learn new skills and build upon your existing creative abilities, you will
learn to reflect upon your work in a professional and objective way in order to
ensure progress. We give regular feedback, designed to help you to
achieve your full potential. During the first term, workshops
and skill building sessions will equip you with the skills necessary to create
your own brief for your final major project; this is a body of work
that shows your strengths and personal interests, reflecting your research,
contextual design, presentation and, of course, your practical
skills. Studying this vocational
qualification enables you to explore and build a variety of creative skills
whilst also working creatively within a pathway that challenges and excites
you.
On this course, there are no formal exams. You will be assessed on your coursework throughout the year. Your final grade is based on your final major project, but we support you throughout the year to build you skills to achieve the grade you are aiming for.
We are a highly motivated and positive teaching team and believe that an open mind and a can do attitude is the best way for you to get the most out of your learning. We work closely with our students and often learn from each other to embrace creativity, share new ideas and celebrate at the end of year with an exhibition of the fantastic work produced.
Our highly skilled and enthusiastic teachers will help you build confidence and vocational skills and will motivate you along the way.
We work with UK based artists and
businesses on various projects throughout the course. You are encouraged
and supported to enter competitions and work with clients on industry-led
project assignments, which help increase your future
aspirations.
The course provides regular workshops with artists and businesses. In the past year we have worked with:
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Utilita Arena
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Marie Curie charity
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Bam Construction
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Local NHS Foundation
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Dyslexia NorthEast charity
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Tattoo artists
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Mural designers
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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.
Our Arts & Design department is one of the best in the country, our passionate tutors have a wealth of experience and strong industry links.
Facilities include industry-standard software and equipment within specialist creative spaces.
Studying this vocational
qualification enables you to explore and build a variety of creative skills
whilst also working creatively within a pathway that challenges and excites
you.
You can progress onto one of our Level 3 courses, which are equivalent to three A Levels and can help gain entry to university as well as allowing you to progress into work. Our team, along with our expert careers advisers will guide you throughout the course and help you to decide what is right for you.
The standard entry requirements
for this course are:
3 GCSE grade 4 or above (grade
A*-C), including English and a creative subject studied at GCSE. You'll be
invited to have a chat with our teachers and you'll need to bring a portfolio of
work with you(this can be digital).
Applicants who do not meet all
the course entry requirements, may still be considered. If not able to continue
with their application to this course, an alternative course will be explored
and further advice and guidance offered.
You will need to buy some art supplies and materials, we'll supply you with a list and advise how to source the best quality materials at the lowest prices.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 490 2246, start@gateshead.ac.uk or via Live Chat. Or pop along to one of our Enrolment Events.
“I wasn’t really confident with art before I started this course, but gradually I’ve learnt about the foundations and it’s really helped me figure out that art isn’t as complicated as I thought… it’s definitely doable with enough practice.“ Liam Armstrong
“Our students have gone on to greater things. Some have progressed to university while others have become professional artists. It’s great to know that we helped them to develop their skills so they could achieve their goals.” Steve Lyon-Bowes, Curriculum Leader
Whatever
support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of
your time at college.
We
have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our
students.
Our
specialist teams can help with:
- Learning
difficulties
- Physical
and sensory disabilities
- Dyslexia,
Dyspraxia, ADHD or other specific learning difficulties
- Mental
health and well being
- Exam
access arrangements
- Money,
finance and bursary advice
- Careers
advice, job and university applications
See here for more information, pop into one of our enrolment events, call us on 0191 490 4627
