During your time at the college, there will be opportunities to speak to your tutors about careers and other courses. Individuals will be able to set up work experience opportunities.
The obvious progression from the BTEC first diploma would be to complete the BTEC Award/A/S level or BTEC National Certificate.
From this, the next step would be to go from BTEC National Certificate to a Foundation in Art & Design at UCCA (KIAD) or other HE art colleges. There will be an open day trip to visit UCCA:Rochester, to see the Foundation course and the work produced.
The foundation course opens the door to all Art & Design degrees at colleges and universities around the country.
To apply to HE courses or degrees at Universities you will need to complete a UCAS form. The deadlines are very strict and the form needs a lot of work put into it. Your tutors will assist you in choosing courses and help you write a personal statement.
Most students on our advanced courses progress to UCCA: formerly known as KIAD (Kent Institute of Art and Design) on BTEC National Diploma/Foundation courses.
Other students have used their knowledge and skills to obtain employment in related areas such as shop window dressing and typesetting.
Previous students have studied or are studying for degrees and National Diplomas in Architecture, Product Design, Graphic Design, Fashion and Fine Art.
For further information please visit their official websites:
- Kent Institute of Art & Design
- UCAS information
