Course Aim
This course is offered to those who are looking to produce an exciting, competitive and creative body of art work. Students will gain skills in drawing, painting, ceramics and various other media. During the course students will explore a broad range of media in an experimental way. Students will prepare a portfolio of work required for entry into Art and Design colleges.
Course Modules
- Drawing
- Painting
- Combined Materials
- Sculpture
- Printmaking
- Embroidery
- Design Skills
- Communications
- Work Experience
Certification
5M1984 QQI Level 5 Art, Craft and Design
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Progression To Degrees
NCAD | All Studio Courses | Level 8
TU Dublin | Fine Art | Level 8
TU Dublin | Interior Architecture | Level 8
IADT | Art | Level 8
IADT | Costume Design | Level 8
Career Opportunities
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Interior Design | Art and Design Education | Textile Design | Fashion Design | Painting | Printmaker | Curator | Graphic Design | Multimedia | Ceramacist
Student Services Costs: €200
Government Levy (PPC): €200
The following categories of participant are exempt from paying the Government Levy (PPC):
- Full medical Card holders in their own right and their dependent children
- Those who are eligible under the student grant scheme
- Those in receipt of the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
QQI Certification Charge:
- QQI Level 5 €50
- QQI Level 6 €80
Fees charged by professional bodies - These will be outlined under Additional fees for applicable courses.
Additional costs which may include: Books, uniforms, equipment and trips.