3-Dimensional Design (Product Design)
Course Information
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Art and Design
- Qualification A Level 🧩
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Course Level Level 3
- Location Centre for Creative Industries
- Course Length 2 years
This course can be combined with others and would be a good choice with one other creative subject or to complement academic A Level subjects.
Overview
This course will grow your understanding of 3-Dimensional (3D) Art and Design. You will develop your capacity to design and make products, produce outcomes and appreciate the complex relationship between design and materials. The focus of the course is on aesthetics of design that include sculpture, architecture and product design.
Who is this course for?
Choose this course if you enjoy problem-solving, drawing, working with a variety of materials and exploring the wider arts.
- What you will study
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On this course you will:
- Develop a personal artistic/design vision
- Improve both your hand and digital drawing skills
- Develop creative solutions to design problems through independent thinking and practical exploration of process and materials
Understand the key characteristics of materials and processes and how to utilise these through hands-on experience - Develop knowledge and understanding of the broader issues for artists and designers, such as environmental sustainability of products and their manufacture
- Learn to work with materials including ceramics, plastics, plaster, metal, wood and use 3D printers and a laser cutter
- Assessment
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Your work will be assessed informally throughout the course. Your final grade is determined by an external moderator, end of course assessment of the portfolio unit and an externally set assignment unit.
- Entry requirements
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Eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. This subject requires a grade 4 or above in GCSE Art or Design Technology. If you are not taking Art GCSE, you will be required to show a portfolio of work and/or undertake a creative attribution project.
Progression and careers
You could progress to specialist courses at Exeter College, including a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. Alternatively, a university degree in your chosen area of interest or pursue a career path in design. Career possibilities include product design, architecture, interior design. 3D design also feeds into careers around ecology and sustainability through developing an understanding of consumer and lifestyle awareness. Future job roles might also include sculptor, prop designer, architect, model maker, jeweller, furniture designer, goldsmith and fashion accessory designer.
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How to apply
Ready to start your journey?
Applying is straightforward:
1) Complete our online application form
2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades
3) Attend an interview
4) Receive your offer and enrol
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