Art and Design
What will I study?
The Extended Diploma of BTEC International Level 3 in art and design consists of a total of 1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), which are further divided into two distinct modules.
Learning and teaching module |
Related assessment units |
GLH |
A. Exploring and Developing Art and Design Skills |
A1. Skills Development |
270 |
A2. Responding to a Brief |
90 |
A3. Creative Project |
180 |
B. Advancing Creative Practice |
B1. Personal Progression |
90 |
B2. Personal Investigation |
90 |
B4. Extended Creative Industry Response |
360 |
*GLH = guided learning hour
Learners have the opportunity to explore different practices in art and design, including the privilege of studying under the guidance of industry specialists. Module A covers a diverse array of subjects within the field of fashion design, involving technical drawing, pattern making, moulage technique, styling and presentation, conceptual fashion design, and experimental materials. The topics covered in Module B of fashion design include several aspects of creative practice, such as market insight, identity and branding, visual merchandising, collection design, 3D design, and sustainable design.
Module A encompasses various aspects of graphic design, including creative thinking, graphic illustration, character design, creative advertising, research in graphic design, and the social context within which designers operate. Module B encompasses several topics related to graphic design, such as experimental material for graphic design, design thinking implementation, digital media design, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), fundamental animation techniques, and circular economy design.
How will I be taught?
Learners will actively participate in educational activities facilitated by instructors, covering both theoretical and hands-on components. The development of essential abilities in art and design will be guided using a range of instructional methods, including in-class lectures, workshops, seminars, demonstrations, as well as both mini and extended projects.
Learners will be provided with inspirational themes, technical information regarding outcomes, and client background information as starting points for their artworks or projects. It is important to have the balanced skills to facilitate learner progression. The skill set encompassed by art and design is diverse, encompassing several areas like as textile manipulation, fashion promotion and accessory design, traditional painting and sketching techniques, as well as proficiency in using advanced technologies like 3D printing, among others.
How will I be assessed?
The evaluation of learning ability in art and design involves five assessment criteria, including informing ideas, problem solving, technical skills, professional practise, and communication. In order to demonstrate proficiency, learners must consistently utilise the aforementioned five abilities in the process of producing an artefact, project, or work.
Various forms of evidence can include project proposals and reports, feedback received from peers, online exhibitions, as well as participation in public events. Teachers have the ability to collaborate with clients or employers in order to develop assignment briefs that are grounded in authentic, real-world scenarios. Subsequently, the learners generate a comprehensive report and deliver a presentation to the clients, showcasing the proposed solutions.
What’s next?
Learners have the opportunity to advance along the educational path by going for Higher Education or enrolling in a university programme. An alternative career path could involve pursuing professional opportunities within the area of the creative arts business.