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:
Location
Mill Studios, Dean Clough, Halifax.
Start Date
September 2026
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
An intermediate course suitable for those who have at least 4 GCSE’s at grade 3 to include Math’s or English 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.
Applicants without the stated entry requirements may still have their application considered. These will be evaluated on individual merit and interviewing staff may introduce an assessment into the interview process to assess applicants’ current level of ability in relation to the course applied for. Applicants in this situation should contact admissions@calderdale.ac.uk
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.
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
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