BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art and Design


Equivalent in size to three A Levels. 

2 year course

 

Course Overview

The qualification is designed for post-16 learners who want to study art and design related degree courses at higher education. Learners will gain knowledge and understanding of visual communication and the creative process to develop their own creative voice. 

Learners will develop an understanding of the importance and influence of the work of artists and designers to develop and realise their own creative intentions. 

Work will be developed and produced in a creative and visual portfolio, which supports progression on to higher and degree pathways.

The mandatory units allow learners to explore a wide range of creative skills which make up the fundamental aspects of any art and design course. 

The optional units allow learners to gain further knowledge in more bespoke areas such as Fashion, Textiles, Graphics, Photography, 3D studies and Fine art.  


Assessment