Art First Diploma Level 2
This subject may be offered at more than one Southern Consortium school site. The teaching of this subject may be at any one of the sites listed below.
The information on this webpage is a guide only. Topics, units and course content may vary from those listed below.
Art First Diploma Level 2 (BTEC) @ EB
The BTEC course is suitable for any students with an interest in furthering their studies in Art and Design. From the First Diploma they can continue to the National diploma of Fine Art/Design.
The course consists of 6 units. There are 4 core units and 2 specialist units.
The 4 core units are:
- 2D & 3D Visual Communication.
- Contextual Reference in Art and Design.
- Explore And Develop Art and Design ideas.
- Produce an Art and Design outcome.
Students chose on of the following specialist units:
- Working with graphic design briefs.
- Working with Photography briefs.
- Working with fashion Design briefs.
- Working with textile briefs.
- Working with 3D Design briefs.
- Working with interactive media briefs.
- Working with Visual Arts briefs.
- Working with 3D Design Crafts briefs.
The course will enable students to start building the technical skills and knowledge relevant to a sector of the industry. BTEC qualifications are recognised by employers and education institutions.