Our post-16 art and design offer in England
Level 2
Level 2 qualifications
The following qualifications will be available for teaching for September 2027.
Please check our dedicated page for the latest news and information.
Level 3
Level 3 qualifications
The following Level 3 qualifications are currently available - please check our Vocational Reform Updates page for the latest news and information
Other vocational and academic qualifications
Other vocational and academic qualifications
A level qualifications
A levels courses in subjects like Maths and Business provide advanced academic knowledge for further education or careers.
Higher Nationals
Level 4 and 5 qualifications equivalent to first and second years of a university degree, providing progression to both university and employment.
GCSE Resits
GCSE English and Maths resits help students improve essential skills necessary for academic progress where needed.
Extended Project Qualification
Level 3 stand-alone qualification equivalent to half an A level.
Art and Design progression map
Wider offer progression map
Success
Celebrating Learner Success
We share inspiring stories about learners who are shaping their futures through vocational pathways and opening doors to new opportunities and encouraging others to do the same.
Photography
Lauren Saunders-Love studied BTEC Higher National Diploma in Photography at Bedford College.
"When I attended an open evening, I could tell that the course was going to be very practical work driven which I felt would suit me well."
