Foundation Learning Progression CourseHead of Department: Carole Over

Email: carole.over@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• A one or two year course• Progress to level 2 courses or to employment

Course SummaryThe Foundation Learning Progression course is aimed at building the skills and confidence to enable you to move on to mainstream Level 2 courses or into employment. The course can be a one or two year programme (depending on needs and aspirations) and includes accredited units at Level 1 and Level 2. These units will be part of the Gateway suite of Level 1 / Level 2 qualifications which allows you to achieve units at different levels. You will also study English and Maths at an appropriate level and build up a work experience portfolio.

The programme contains many elements of the Foundation Learning Package, enabling you to make good progress towards employment, independent living, good health and participation in the community. There will also be an emphasis on study and employability skills which will support you to make the next step in your life.

After this programme you could progress to Level 2 mainstream courses, SupportedInternships or employment.

Specific Entry RequirementsWe would expect students to have completed some programme at an Entry 3 Level.

Progression skills and opportunitiesYou will have a personalised programme which supports your progression to the next stage in your life. This will include study skills to enable you to move on to level two courses and employability skills for the workplace

How is the course assessed?You will study English and Maths at an appropriate level. You will also take Gateway qualifications as part of your programme.

What topics will I be studying?• English and Maths• Promoting good health• Community participation including citizenship• Employability• Independent living

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?No specialist material required however pens and paper will be required every lesson.

Art, Craft and Design - A LevelHead of Department: James Fraser-Murison

Email: james.fraser-murison@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• For students planning a career in Art and Design, the A Level course will have the necessary breadth of work for entry onto a Degree or Foundation degree in Art and Design.• Some students study a one year full-time Art and Design Foundation course before progressing to degree level. A few students go directly into work related areas. Typical career options include fine art, illustration, textile design, interiors, fashion design, fashion promotion and three-dimensional design, including jewellery, costume and theatre.• Combines well with many other subjects at A level including other Art, Design or Media A levels.

Course SummaryArt, Craft & Design is a multi-disciplinary course which involves working with a wide variety of techniques and processes. In the first year, the course expands and develops students’ practical skills, knowledge and understanding of materials. Students will learn a wide variety of drawing, printmaking, craft and textile techniques and will create exciting contemporary artwork in two and three dimensions. This is deal if you want to explore processes and techniques from across the department.

During the second year the course seeks to build on the knowledge gained during the first year and develop the ability to work independently through sustained investigations, development of ideas and in depth analysis. Students will work on a variety of briefs but they will be more personally directed and in depth. The conclusion of the 2 year A level course will be for students to present two components of work in the form of a portfolio with an externally set assignment.

Specific entry requirementsIt is recommended that you have a grade 5 or above in an Art or relevant Technology subject. If this is not applicable, you should bring a small portfolio of work to your enrolment interview.

Being open to experimentation and to trying new things, as well as having a creative outlook and a willingness to work hard, is highly valued.

Foundation Learning Progression CourseHead of Department: Carole Over

Email: carole.over@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• A one or two year course• Progress to level 2 courses or to employment

Course SummaryThe Foundation Learning Progression course is aimed at building the skills and confidence to enable you to move on to mainstream Level 2 courses or into employment. The course can be a one or two year programme (depending on needs and aspirations) and includes accredited units at Level 1 and Level 2. These units will be part of the Gateway suite of Level 1 / Level 2 qualifications which allows you to achieve units at different levels. You will also study English and Maths at an appropriate level and build up a work experience portfolio.

The programme contains many elements of the Foundation Learning Package, enabling you to make good progress towards employment, independent living, good health and participation in the community. There will also be an emphasis on study and employability skills which will support you to make the next step in your life.

After this programme you could progress to Level 2 mainstream courses, SupportedInternships or employment.

Specific Entry RequirementsWe would expect students to have completed some programme at an Entry 3 Level.

Progression skills and opportunitiesYou will have a personalised programme which supports your progression to the next stage in your life. This will include study skills to enable you to move on to level two courses and employability skills for the workplace

How is the course assessed?You will study English and Maths at an appropriate level. You will also take Gateway qualifications as part of your programme.

Royal College of Art, London College of Fashion, Royal School of Needlework, UCA (Farnham,Epsom), UAL (Kingston, Camberwell), Manchester Metropolitan, Bournemouth, Falmouth,Brighton, Winchester and UWE (Bristol).

How is the course assessed?The course is divided into 18 Units which are all equally weighted. 9 units are completed in year 1 for the Subsidiary Diploma and 9 units in year 2 to complete the Extended Diploma which is equivalent to 3 A levels. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction.

What topics will I be studying?• Painting and Drawing• Printmaking• Textiles• Digital and film photography• Illustration• Typography• 3D Design• Contemporary Fine Art• Digital Art• Branding

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?The studio fee of £125 per year covers most of the materials that students will require. Students may wish to purchase additional craft materials to develop additional skills within their area of interest. There will be the opportunity to take part in a residential trip.

What topics will I be studying?• English and Maths• Promoting good health• Community participation including citizenship• Employability• Independent living

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?No specialist material required however pens and paper will be required every lesson.

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