Design (3D) Level 3 Introductory Diploma

Design (3D) covers a huge range of specialist skills, from interior and furniture design to model-making and theatre design. With a strong practical emphasis and links to the world of work, this course prepares you for a career or degree in architecture, product or spatial design.

What are the entry requirements?
You’ll need four GCSEs at grades 9 to 4. You'll need a grade 3 in GCSE English and a grade 4 in GCSE Art or Design & Technology (or a Merit in Level 2 BTEC Art & Design).
What will you learn?
You'll develop ideas in two and three dimensions through drawing and model making, combining hand-rendered presentation with computer-generated design work, across specialist units including ceramics and spatial design.
What's involved in the coursework?
You'll build a diverse portfolio through practical, hands-on projects, supported by thorough written evaluation and annotated sketchbooks or work boards.
What can this course lead to?
Many students progress to an Art Diploma (Foundation) or direct entry into Higher Education, with career routes including architecture, product design, games arts and theatre design.

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