Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Art and Design (Graphic Design) Tattoo Illustration (Conversion HNC to HND)

Award: Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma Art and Design (Graphic Design) FOR TATTOO ARTISTS RQF

Awarding body: Pearson

UCAS Code: KC04

Location of study: Kingston College Creative Industries Centre

Course duration: 1 years (full-time)

Academic year dates: September 2021 until July 2022

Days of the week: You will be expected to attend for 2 days a week, possibly Tues, Weds

Work Placement: There is no credited work placement built into this course.

Timetables: Timetables are normally available one month before registration. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week.

Course Leader: Lucy Clark This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tel: 020 826 82644

Applicants should have completed the 1 year HNC Art and Design (Graphic Design) Tattoo Illustration or equivalent qualification with a compatible unit structure. An interview where you will need a portfolio and satisfactory reference. Mature students with relevant experience may also be considered.

Maths and English GCSEs at grade C or above are also required

Additional requirements

References from an official email address (ie. NOT Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) This can be from your previous institution if you were a student in the last 4 years or from a line manager if you are currently working.

Suitable applicants will be invited to interview, where they will be required to further demonstrate their suitability for the course by bringing a portfolio of artwork

Credit transfer and accreditation of prior learning or experience:

If you have achieved a qualification such as a foundation degree or HNC, or have gained credit at another higher education institution, you may be able to enter the course at level 5 or level 6. For further information please visit our Credit Transfer page [link]. Other qualifications and relevant work experience may also count for academic credit. Further information is available at our Accreditation of Prior Learning page

HND graduates may progress onto a range of Universities for Level 6 top up qualification to BA (Hons). The course also prepares graduates for work in the Tattoo Industry. On completion, students will have a stronger ability with art and graphic design and can apply for apprenticeships within the Tattoo industry

This course is available for a student who requires a Student Route Visa to study in the UK. Suitable applicants requiring this will be contacted by our International and Compliance Officer, and guided through the process.