Art
LEVEL 2 Certificate in Art and Design (GCSE ART EQV)
14 years or older. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
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Study art online and begin your creative journey from the comfort of your own home. We offer a wide range of online art courses at level 2.
Our courses are taught by experienced art professionals who will guide you through the process, with each course offering an officially recognised qualification upon completion. Use your artwork to explore concepts that interest you. Whether you’re taking the first steps towards a career in art, or starting a new hobby, study art online with OCAD.
Explore our online art courses today.
14 years or older. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
13 / 14 years and over. A full GCSE course (grades 5–9). Be inspired and explore your creativity! Complete everything online with OCAD – full course and exam, 100% supported.
Ideal course for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course as it can be studied entirely online from home or a centre. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. 13-14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
Whether you are an aspiring performer, composer, entrepreneur or a combination of all of these – give yourself the opportunity to apply your creativity in a practically-focused setting.
13 /14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/ BTEC Photography in good schools. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification.
Here at OCAD, we offer more than just online art classes. Students get access to their own online studio space, where you can work through the course materials and develop your artistic skills.
In our online studio platform, you’ll find your course units and assignments along with supporting resources. Access video tutorials, step-by-step guides, video recordings of live interactive lessons, and other skills development tools.
Our interactive online art classes are taught live by an experienced and friendly teacher. This style of taught course is completely unique to our online curriculum – giving students the opportunity to learn from a live teacher and peers.
You’ll develop an art portfolio throughout the course, uploading photographs of completed work and assignments for constructive, friendly feedback. Not only does this help you progress your artistic abilities, it also means you complete the course with a portfolio to kickstart your creative career or further study.
Furthermore, students also get the chance to speak one-on-one with an experienced and qualified personal tutor. You’ll receive personalised support and feedback to help you progress. Our online studio also allows students to view profiles, comment on each other’s work and communicate with fellow students if they wish.
For more information about our courses, please get in touch.
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Cambridge CB24 9NL
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