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STUD IES IN CREATIVE ARTS – ART MID CHES HIRE COL LEGE – SCH OOL LEAV ERS’ PRO SPEC TUS 2014 ENTR Y & DESI GN Studies in Creative Arts Art & Design An excellent art and design reputation, boosted by state-of-the-art facilities. The Art & Design department is highly regarded and enjoys a deserved reputation for excellence in the region. Art & Design students have the opportunity to work in various media in the purpose built Arts building at the Hartford Campus. They boast a range of spacious art studios, textile and ceramics rooms, multi-material studios and IT rooms. All courses incorporate educational visits to galleries, exhibitions and events. Many also include foreign trips, the most recent of which have included Berlin, Vienna and New York. BTEC Diploma in Art & Design (Level 1) Length of Course 1 year Course Includes * Explore units consisting of researching, drawing, painting, textiles and history of art. * Building a portfolio of work. BTEC Diploma in Art & Design (Level 2) Length of Course 1 year Course Includes * Acquiring a good standard of art, design and functional skills. * Drawing, painting, textiles, graphics, fashion, ceramics, 3D design and art history. Career Opportunities Commercial Artist, Art Director, Editor, Sculptor, Art Critic or Art Gallery Curator, Buyer, Merchandiser, Stylist BTEC Extended Diploma in Entry Requirements 2 GCSEs at grade E – G or an Entry Level qualification. 4 GCSEs at grade D or above or equivalent, or a Level 1 qualification. Plus a satisfactory portfolio. 4 GCSEs at grade A* – C or equivalent, or a BTEC Diploma/Level 2 qualificatio n. Plus a satisfactory portfolio. 5 GCSEs at grade A* – C or equivalent or a BTEC Diploma/Level 2 qualification. Plus a satisfactory portfolio. BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art & Design Length of Course 1 year – post A level/pre-degree Course Includes * Drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, 3D design, textile design, graphic design. * Practical experience & support in choosing one particular area of study. Courses Available BTEC Diploma in Art & Design (Level 1). BTEC Diploma in Art & Design (Level 2). Leading on to... BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design. Art & Design (Level 3) Length of Course 2 years – equivalent to 3 GCE A Levels Course Includes * Fashion textiles, painting, visual communication, ceramics, art/design history, drawing and 3D design. * Specialising in chosen areas with tutorial discussion and support regarding career progression. ART & DESIGN 24 BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art & Design. HND/Foundation Degree at Mid Cheshire College. Degree at University. Employment. 25 ART & DESIGN BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3). BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art & Design. HND/Foundation Degree at Mid Cheshire College. Degree at University. Employment.