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Level 3 Art and Design

EKC Dover College

Maison Dieu Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 1DH

National Certificate (BTEC / NCFE)
Level 3
Arts, Media and Publishing

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
EKC Dover College
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Low Availability

Application Instructions

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Dover College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

  • EKC Ashford College
  • EKC Broadstairs College
  • EKC Canterbury College
  • EKC Dover College
  • EKC Folkestone College
  • EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Course Summary

Widen your knowledge of Art and Design, and extend your practical, hands-on making skills with this Level 3 course where you can specialise in Fine Art, Photography, or Graphic Design and Illustration.

Course Details

During this two-year course, you'll strengthen your skills, knowledge and experience in one of three industry-focused specialisms:

  • Fine Art
  • Graphic Design and Illustration
  • Photography

By studying Art and Design at EKC Dover College, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects with a range of local employers and organisations, building your portfolio ready for your next step into a job or further study.

You'll also be part of our vibrant Arts community, led by experienced professional artists.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be set a final major project at the end of the course, which will be externally moderated to determine your grade.

Your next steps...

Progress to higher education at a range of universities and prestigious art schools across the country and the world.

You could also go onto a specialised apprenticeship or start your professional career in the art industry.


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