Art, Craft & Design (Level 5)

 
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

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent

Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
All applicants are interviewed and they should bring between five and ten examples of their own creative work.

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Assistance for those applying to Art & Design Colleges. College Application Guidance

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

Students have access to one to one guidance on further education opportunities and portfolio preparation.
The course content is designed to assist students to prepare portfolios with a strong individual and creative content.

Course Outline

Course Outline

  • Art
  • Drawing (including Life Drawing with models)
  • Painting
  • Art Appreciation
  • Sculpture(including ceramics)
  • Combined Materials – Mixed Media & Fiber Art
  • Craft
  • Woodcraft (Wood carving)
  • Jewellery (in metal)
  • Design
  • Graphic Design & Computer Graphics
  • Digital Photography
  • Printmaking

Communications
Work Experience

*Students may have the option of doing Jewellery or Graphic design

Duration

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

Certification

FETAC (NCVA):- Art/Craft/Design, Level 5, AACDX

Course Coordinator

Course Coordinator

Ray Lonergan
Email: rlonergan@stjohnscollege.ie