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This qualification brings you the best of the BTEC tradition of developing independent, vocationally aware learners through the right balance between teaching/learning and assessment.
These qualifications have been designed around holistic, explorative and integrated creative teaching approaches that are conductive to deep learning and skills development. These qualifications support a curriculum where learners continually revisit their skills, adding levels of refinement, sophistication and precision as they progress
On this innovative and creative programme, you will create and study:
Start Date
September 2025
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
An intermediate course suitable for those who have at least 4 GCSEs at grade D or grade 3 to include Maths or English or a relevant/equivalent Level 1 qualification. This could be a BTEC Introductory Diploma, a City and Guilds qualification, an NVQ Level 1, a GNVQ Foundation or relevant work experience.
Applicants will be asked to show examples of their work at interview and show enthusiasm and a commitment to the course.
Progression
This course builds and enhances your existing skills and techniques and offers a specialist qualification focusing on specific jobs within the Art & Design industry. Candidates may wish to progress to the Level 3 Art & Design course.
Career Opportunities
Art & Design Teacher, Self-Employed Artist, Freelance Artist.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is continuous based on set projects.
Course Fees
This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.
Career Opportunities
Graphic Designer
£15,000 – £30,000
Professional Photographer
£13,000 – £34,000
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Summer Term
22nd Apr 2025 – 23rd May 2025
2nd June 2025 – 27th June 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom
