Art and Design Level 2 (22/23)

Why study a creative art and design subject at Bath College? In these exciting and wide-ranging programmes you will explore a variety of topics, work on projects, and channel your creativity with support and guidance from experienced and talented staff. Study areas include drawing, printmaking, surface design, moving image, photography, ceramics and sculpture. You will also look at the history of Art and Design and learn to use research to improve your own work. You can select a pathway in our two year Level 3 courses which include general Art and Design, Fashion and Textiles, Graphic Design or Photography. At Level 2 you can select Art and Design or Fashion and Business.

These courses are predominantly for 16-19 year olds and have different requirements depending on level/subject. To study at Level 2 the requirements are 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above to include a creative subject.

There may be some additional costs to cover course trips, these will be discussed when you start your year of study. You may also need to purchase some art materials as you progress through the course.

The Art and Design pathways and levels have been designed to help you gain confidence, establish a solid foundation of knowledge, and develop your core creative skills. In addition to a portfolio of work, on successful completion you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification at the appropriate level, issued by University of the Arts London (UAL).

Teaching is delivered through guided sessions in classrooms and workshops, alongside research activities and gallery visits (this may vary depending on current Covid-19 measures). There is a practical emphasis on experimentation, exploration and problem solving as well as a written element when looking at an artist's work. Demonstrations will be given and you will work on specially set tasks that help you to understand techniques and enhance your skills. Assessment is ongoing through tutorials, peer reviews and written assignments - your final unit is graded (pass, merit, or distinction). You will gain a solid foundation of knowledge, and develop your core creative skills. In addition to a portfolio of work, on successful completion you will be awarded a nationally recognised qualification at the appropriate level, issued by University of the Arts London (UAL).

Within the department there are opportunities of progression from Level 1 all the way to Level 3. We offer a range of art courses at the college, so depending on your level you might progress onto further study at Level 2 in Art and Design or Fashion and Business. At Level 3, after the first year you can continue to study your chosen pathway on an Extended Diploma for a second year to further develop your art and design skills. For those who complete Level 3, it's possible to progress onto the Foundation Art and Design or directly undergraduate (university) qualifications, or find employment within the diverse creative industry.