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Investigate and develop a broad range of skills and techniques to work with a variety of materials with confidence and creativity. You’ll explore pencil, ink, paint (acrylic, water colour and oil) along with print making. You’ll also develop a range of drawing and painting techniques, such as creating composition, perspective, colour theory, anatomy and working from life, and discover an appreciation of different ways of working. Assessment is mainly coursework based with a practical examination under controlled conditions.
Topics and units
Units/Topics:
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Work placement opportunities:
British Ironwork Centre, Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, Ironbridge Gorge Museums Trust
Careers and progression
Progressing to: Degree in fine art, or jobs in graphic design, media advertising, interior design, photography
Aspirational careers: Jewellery designer, TV or film animator, concept artist, museum or gallery curator
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 including English and maths. Must show an ability in art either through GCSE Art (grade 4 or above) or Level 2 BTEC Art & Design at merit grade or a portfolio of artwork to be presented for assessment
What to do next
If you are interested in applying for this course, please click ‘apply now‘ on this page or at the top of any page, and create an website account or sign in an account you have already created and complete the application form.
To find out more information about our courses and college life, you can visit an open event to meet our team and check out our facilities for yourself.
Type
Full time
Duration
2 years
Campus
Wellington Campus
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