Entry requirements
As a good standard of artistic skill is required for this course, you will be asked to provide a portfolio of work at interview. You’ll also need at least four GCSEs, grade 4 or above, including Art or Level 2 Art & Design at Merit or equivalent.
What will I learn?
Develop your skills in art and craft work, with opportunities to work in both 2D and 3D
Develop your own visual language and presentation techniques
Explore others’ art and design work through your contextual studies as well as in discussions with professional artists or designers
Achieve the general skills, knowledge and understanding that underpin a variety of occupations and professions in the field of art and design
Improve your skills in communication, information technology and numbers, through art and design-based activities
Develop your skills in assemblage, carving, modelling and construction
Work Experience
You’ll work with an external client, creating artwork to a set brief.
Modules
Art and design in context
How artists and designers use 2D materials, techniques and processes
How artists and designers use 3D materials, techniques and processes
Planning, researching and developing ideas for a specialist art or design brief
Realising an outcome for a specialist art or design brief
Portrait photography
Exploring artists as photographers
Digital image creation
Art and design illustration
Character design and creation
Carving, constructing and modelling 3D artwork
Creating 3D art or design work
Assessment
You will be assessed through projects and coursework. There are no examinations
Enrichment Opportunities
You’ll get the opportunity to take part in the ARTiculation Workshop and to work with external organisations. You’ll also get the chance to go on a residential trip to London, and visit local galleries and exhibitions.
Career and Progression
You can progress into work or further training. With the Diploma, you will be able to apply to university or a three-year degree course in a
specialist area of art and design.
Funding and bursaries
Students if you’re aged over 19 you may be eligible for free tuition depending on the course you want to study, your existing qualifications and your financial circumstances. For more information email info@totton.ac.uk or call 023 8087 4874.
Advanced Learner Loans are available for students who are aged 19 or over. Repayments do not begin until the course is completed and you are earning £25,000 or over. Eligible learners will be enrolling on a level 3 or above course and are a UK or EU national. For further information, visit gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.
