Course Overview
Awards:
QQI Level 5 Art Craft Design 5M1984
This one-year, QQI Level 5 course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge for preparing a portfolio for higher education art. By covering a broad mix of disciplines, you will have the opportunity to find your own strengths. On completion of the course, your portfolio will reflect a wide range of skills and experience.
An emphasis is given to design skills, with Graphics, Illustration and Animation, among the modules covered.
This course can lead to Advanced Art (Level 6) and can also lead to further studies at third level colleges in Ireland and abroad.
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Typical Modules
Drawing
Painting
Illustration
Painting
Illustration
Communications
Design
Graphic Design
Design
Graphic Design
Ceramics
Animation
Work Experience
Animation
Work Experience
Entry Requirements
Employment Opportunities
- Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
- Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
- Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
- Applicants advised to bring a sample of their work to interview.
- The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to identify, appreciate, and develop skills in the use of materials and techniques and to provide opportunities for creative expression through a variety of media.
- Industry standard software is used, and these skills are combined with traditional art methods.
- Learners get to partake in artistic projects to develop design skills in a creative environment.
- Holders of this qualification take up places in Third Level Colleges and Institutes of Technology/Technological University NCAD, TUD, Crawford Art College and Art Colleges abroad.
- Institutes of Technology/Technological University and other Colleges around the country will be offering opportunities for further studies.
- Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
