Art & Design
Overview
If you can say YES to any one of the following then this may well be the course for you:
- Always had an interest in art and would like to learn more.
- Creative & want to try different subjects to find out what you enjoy most.
- Want to prepare a portfolio for application to Art & Design Colleges.
- Improve your skills in Art, Craft & Design.
- Start a career as an Artist, Craftsperson or Designer.
Should you have the interest and enthusiasm, we have the teachers, coursework and facilities
to nurture and grow your talent. We will guide you on your way to a creative career.
Students work with an Art & Design or Art & Craft emphasis.
Our Philosophy is simple – explore, express, create!
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Students should present between five and ten examples of their creative work at interview
Portfolio Preparation
Assistance for those applying to Art & Design Colleges. College Application Guidance
*Students may have the option of doing Jewellery or Graphic Design
Communications
Work Experience
Course Outline
- Art
- Drawing (including Life Drawing)
- Painting
- Art Appreciation
- Sculpture
- Combined Materials – Mixed Media & Fiber Art
- Craft
- Woodcraft (Wood turning, Wood carving, Pyrography, Marquetry)
- Jewellery (in metal)
- Design
- Graphic Design & Computer Graphics
- Photography (Film processing, Photographic Printing)
- Printmaking
Duration
One-year full time
A second year option is available in Painting and professional Arts Practice – FETAC level 6 (subject to demand).
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Assessment
Projects and Continuous Assessment
Skills Demonstration
Certification
FETAC (NCVA):- Art/Craft/Design, Level 5, AACDX
Progression
There is a very high rate of students progression to Art & Design Colleges both in Ireland and internationally
Students may apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.
Course Co-ordinator
Ray Lonergan
email: rlonergan@stjohnscollege.ie
