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Art and Design Level 2 Diploma (FADF)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Arts, Media and Publishing

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
Barnsley College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This Art and Design course helps you explore your creativity through structured projects. You will gain essential skills, build confidence in your talent and discover various career opportunities in the art world. Perfect for developing your artistic talents and preparing for future job demands.

The knowledge, skills and behaviours acquired on the programme, will prepare you for progression to Level 3 creative pathways, including Art and Design, Fashion Design or Graphic Design.

Course Details

The knowledge, skills and behaviours acquired on the programme, will prepare you for progression to Level 3 creative pathways, including Art and Design, Fashion Design or Graphic Design.

L2 Diploma Units:

Unit 1: Introduction to materials, processes and technical skills in Art & Design

Unit 2: Introduction to contextual research in Art & Design

Unit 3: Introduction to drawing skills

Unit 4: Introduction to Communication Skills in Art & Design

Unit 5: Solving 2D Creative Problems

Unit 6: Solving 3D Creative Problems

Unit 7: Solving Time-Based Creative Problems

Unit 8: Developing and producing a Personal Project in Art & Design

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will periodically present your folder of work to your personal tutor for your evaluation record to be updated. There will also be external testing of selected units, including controlled test elements.

Entry requirements

  • English Language GCSE grade 3 or above. Three other subjects at 3 or above with at least a 4 in one of those subjects
  • You will normally take part in an interview prior to being enrolled on the programme and are advised to bring a portfolio of work to your interview in order to demonstrate your interests and abilities
  • Where applicants do not quite meet the entry requirements, the tutor may use their discretion based on the portfolio and interview

Equipment required

You will require a basic personal and portable kit of materials and equipment. Your tutor will advise you on the best drawing, painting and technical equipment that you will need.

Your next steps...

Employment – This course can form the foundations for a range of creative occupations including Graphic Designer, Concept Artist, Fashion Designer, Pattern Cutter, Gallery/Museum Curator, Illustrator, Art and Design Teacher, Interior Designer, Textile Designer, Photographer and other related roles.

Education – There are a range of other courses onto which you can progress and specialise in your creative interests. We offer Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Diplomas in Art and Design, Fashion, Graphics and Photography.

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