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This overview details significant modifications to the Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, effective from September 2007. Key changes include a revised programme title, updated qualification levels, and adjustments to the Final Major Project (FMP) units. The Exploratory, Pathway, and Confirmatory stages have been clarified with specific unit structures. Additionally, grading criteria have been enhanced for clarity and user-friendliness. If you have questions or require more information, please contact our customer service team.
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NQF Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and DesignINTRODUCING THE NEW SPECIFICATIONSeptember 2007
Major Changes • Change to Programme title • Levels within the qualification • Final Major Project (FMP) units • Changes of unit title • Changes to Grading Criteria
Levels within the qualification • Exploratory Stage: 3 x 60 glh units at L3 • Pathway Stage: 4 x 60 glh units at L3 • Confirmatory Stage: 2 x integrated 90glh units at L4
Final Major Project(FMP) • Confirmatory Stage remains the same – Units 8 and 9 • GLH and level changed • Statement of Intent (SOI) still a mandatory requirement • Revised (SOI) • Revised grading criteria taken directly from the unit specification • Centre and student friendly language
Changes to Units • Increased unit rationale • Criteria • Assessment evidence • Content • Titles
Changes to Grading Criteria • Rationalisation of all unit grading criteria • Follows NQF qualification profile • User friendly • Clarity for FMP unit grading
National Grading Profile for FAD 2006/7 • 47% Pass • 33% Merit • 20% Distinction Source: Benchmarking data published annually
Edexcel Contacts Customer Service Team 0870 240 9800 Tricia Burton Qualification Manager 0207 190 4940 tricia.burton@edexcel.org.uk