Foundation Studies in Art and Design is a high profile, nationally-recognised qualification which continues to provide the necessary conduit between school/sixth form and higher education. The course aims to build on students' prior knowledge while introducing them to a much broader range of art and design possibilities than they may have previously experienced. The course focuses on developing conceptual thinking alongside practical skills. Pre-conceptions are challenged and ideas are introduced which are intended to extend the students' critical knowledge, understanding and independence in readiness for higher education level studies. A range of historical and contemporary contextual studies is integrated with the studio programme including lectures, seminars and written assignments. There will be opportunities to attend presentations given by visiting practising professionals and you will be able to participate in various exhibition visits during the course. Stage 1 - Exploratory stage Researching, Recording and Responding and Media Experimentation This stage includes introductory workshops in areas of two and three dimensional design including specialist areas such as painting, printmaking, sculpture, computer imaging, 3D design, graphic design, fashion and textiles. These are supported by analytical and experimental work in drawing. Stage 2 - Pathway stage Information and Interpretation, Personal Experimental Studies, Extended Media Development and Preparation and Progression This stage involves projects which enable you to apply skills developed in the earlier workshops and take greater responsibility for your individual work programme. At this stage, students begin to specialise in their chosen area(s) of art and design. Stage 3 - Confirmatory stage Final Major Project At this stage of the course you will spend your time working in an area in which you wish to specialise at a higher level course or to suit career progression aims. Presenting work in a final
Name: BTEC Diploma Foundation Studies in Art and Design - Level 3 Qualification title: BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Qualification type: Assessment Assignments and projects are assessed on a continual basis and your overall work and progress is reviewed at major assessment points and during regular tutorials. There are no formal exams although some work will be externally examined. The first six units are graded as pass only with only the final unit graded as pass/merit/distinction. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20141031 09:34:19 Updated 20141031 09:34:19
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Title: BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Qualification: BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing