Level 3 Foundation Diploma (Art and Design) - Online

Comments about Level 3 Foundation Diploma (Art and Design) - Online

• Course description
  Commonly referred to as ‘BTEC Foundation’ the Foundation Diploma is designed to develop skills, personal creativity, and independent thought. The course is intended for those students who want to progress to degree level study at art college or university. Students undertaking the course can expect to develop an extensive portfolio of work in a wide range of media.

  The course is divided into three stages and culminates in a specialist outcome, or personal project. The emphasis throughout is on visual research, drawing and sketchbook development aimed at generating expressive art and design ideas. Historical and contemporary studies form an integral part of this course, and students will have the opportunity to try a number of specialist options.

  The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is widely recognised as the standard entry qualification for degree level study at art colleges and universities throughout the United Kingdom. Leading universities such as the London College of Fashion recommend this course as the best preparation for a degree and it is the recommended preparation for a wide range of fine art and design subjects

  UCAS Tariff points

  The Foundation Diploma is on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and is also included in the UCAS Tariff for entry to higher education. The tariff points awarded for the Foundation Diploma are:
  
  Distinction 285
  Merit 225
  Pass 165

Other programs related to visual art