The best academy in Istanbul, Türkiye, for studying Art & Design.
ABC Horizon delivers the Art and Design specialisms of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals creative suite (2023)—Graphic Design, Interior Design, Product Design, and Fashion and Textiles—each a 240-credit Level 5 HND with its own qualification number.
The programmes develop creative thinking, technical design skills and professional practice through project-based modules, preparing learners to work on real briefs and build a strong portfolio.
Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (RQF), delivered by ABC Horizon International Academy.
Graduates progress to Level 6 top-up degrees and work across graphic, interior, product, fashion and textile design roles in the creative industries.
Undergraduate (Higher Education)
Istanbul /UK/ International
15 Months
Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (RQF)
Per specialism (2023 suite)
240 Credit
Glamor, fame and creativity. Becoming a fashion designer promises all this and more. But is love for designing clothes enough to become a good designer?
Graphic designers are design professionals used in nearly every industry, as they are responsible for creating the layout and designs for publications, company logos, and websites.
Interior designers must be creative and have a range of technical skills. Because interior spaces can make a difference in how we live and interact with everyday life.
Studying Product Design or Industrial Design develops your creative design skills and gives you the technical ability you need to use production methods and materials creatively.
Textiles graduates enjoy a wide range of job opportunities thanks to a set of trainings that match their talents and desires upon their graduation.
You can study it in the UK, Online, or in Istanbul.
The Higher National Diploma is positioned at Level 5 within the UK RQF, with a total size of 240 credits. It is commonly understood as comparable to the second year of a UK bachelor’s degree (progression pathways depend on university entry policies).
Pearson Higher Nationals are widely delivered across international education settings in the region and are commonly used as progression pathways into top-up degrees and university articulation routes, depending on institutional requirements.
Higher Nationals are internationally recognised for applied learning that connects creative study with industry-relevant practice. The Art and Design pathways support progression across design roles and further study.
After completion, learners typically progress to Level 6 top-up degrees (final-year entry) in Art, Design and related creative disciplines, subject to university requirements.
The HND is a 240-credit programme (960 guided learning hours) organised in two modules: Module A at Level 4 and Module B at Level 5.
| Level | Unit | Title | Guided learning | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | A1 | Concept & Development | 340 hours | 85 |
| 4 | A2 | Creative Project | 140 hours | 35 |
| 5 | B1 | Personal Professional Development | 170 hours | 120 (Level 5) |
| 5 | B2 | Professional Project | 310 hours |
All units are assessed internally through centre-set creative assignments. Learners normally pass Unit A1 before starting Level 5.
Admission is designed to be clear and supportive—ensuring you are placed on the correct undergraduate pathway for success.
The programme opens routes into the creative industries, studios and in-house design teams.
Exact job titles vary by organisation and country.
Learning is project-based, building practical creative skills and a professional portfolio.
Tuition is clearly structured, with flexible payment options to support learners throughout the programme.
Level 5 Tuition Fee: £6,000
Installments available.
The third year (top-up) is priced separately, depending on the university and programme.
The HND is designed as a progression-ready undergraduate qualification—supporting final-year entry into top-up degrees and advanced study.
After completing the Level 5 HND in an Art and Design specialism, learners commonly progress to:
Progression routes depend on university entry requirements and programme alignment.
Delivery is designed for international learners, with clear academic language support embedded in teaching and assessment practice.
This programme is delivered in English or Arabic.
Applicants with a baccalaureate degree in all its branches (old or recent), are admitted regardless of their overall score.
Also, international university admission certificates are admitted (SAT, GED, BTEC Level 3, A-level, Freshman, YÖS).
Students without a high school diploma are also admitted after completing the British High School Diploma (Pearson BTEC Level 3).
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