Level 2 Certificate in Drawing (Level 2 Academic & Vocational Pathway)

Applications close: 31 May 2026

How to apply: Please apply via KentChoices

LATE APPLICATIONS: To apply after the closing date, please contact us directly on 01732 778897 or email tv-es@hillview.kent.sch.uk.

You may only select this course if you have chosen the Academic & Vocational Pathway.

The UAL Drawing qualification has been designed to provide you with an exciting and challenging creative experience. The course will introduce you to the rigours and rewards of working within the most fundamental of creativity activities. Building on prior experience, you will be required to approach new intellectual and material experiences and challenges, designed to deliver an independent critical understanding and extended skill base.

Course Delivery

The course will be delivered through a practical and engaging workshop format enabling students to build skills and understanding within each specialised unit area. You will have 8 lessons per fortnight based in the Art studio and will need to produce 2.5 hours of independent work per week in order to support skills development and enable students to meet the required standard for each Unit assessment criteria. Students are encouraged to independently explore each skill using a range of source materials from direct observation.

Students will study a range of units including:

UNIT 1: Drawing materials and methods

UNIT 2: Drawing and measurement

UNIT 3: Drawing and Light

UNIT 10: Drawing into 3 Dimensions

All units are internally assessed and evidenced through coursework. Digital portfolios’ will be produced during the course for External Moderation purposes and can also be utilised for applications to Level 3 courses at Further Education institutions.

Learners do not need any other qualifications as pre-requisites to entry

The need for greater drawing skills in those entering employment has been identified by a range of industries in the creative sector including animation, film, architecture, art practice, design and communication industries. This course could support interest in these areas.