Art & Design - Advanced
The overall aim of the Advanced Art & Design programme is to provide the student with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently in a fine art/design context or to progress to higher education and training.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time, September to May, 3 days per week.
Entry Requirements
• Level 5 QQI award in Art or relevant experience
• Interview-applicants must bring a selection of their best work to include drawing from observation, 3D work, craft work, photography and sketchbooks
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities
Direct employment into the Photographic Industry.
• Art Workshop Instructor
• Art Administrator
• Gallery Assistant.
• Practising Artist
• Community Arts Worker
• Studio Technician
Educational Progression
Below are some examples of progression options with this QQI level 6 award in Art 6M4029
IADT - Art Level 8 DL827
IADT - Graphic Design Level 8 DL826
IADT - Arts Management Level 8 DL822
For a more detailed list of progression options please see the course webpage (link below) or visit www.cao.ie
Further information
All courses commence September 2024.
SCFE welcomes applications from qualified international applicants.
Applications for 2024 are now open. You will be sent a confirmation email following your application.
To complete the process you will need:
- Your PPS number
- An email address
- A mobile phone number
Important:
Applicants are advised to pay particular care when entering details of their name, address and date of birth. Misspellings or inaccuracies when applying may result in issues and delays at later stages.
After offer and acceptance of place, a non-refundable acceptance fee of €50 is payable.
Further details are available via the Application Weblink.
The overall aim of the Advanced Art & Design programme is to provide the student with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work independently in a fine art/design context or to progress to higher education and training. This course is designed for those who want to develop a professional practice in the visual arts. It encourages creativity, increases skills and develops self-belief. By the end of the year students will have a collection of work complied through a series of projects which they will have the opportunity to showcase at the annual Art & Photography exhibition.
The course is suitable for:
• Learners who have achieved a QQI level 5 Certificate in Art and would benefit from a second year to complete their portfolio preparation for entry to Institutes of Technology and Art Colleges.
• Mature learners who have not achieved a formal qualification, but can demonstrate the levels of knowledge, skill and competence associated with QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art.
• Artists who have achieved a degree or diploma in Art and have been unable to practice their work for some time. This course offers a safe, supportive, and creative environment to develop their practice and kick start their careers again.
• Drawing
• Painting
• Figure studies
• Illustration Techniques and Practice
• Combined Materials
• History and Appreciation of Art and Design
• Work Experience
• Team Leadership
Course modules are reviewed annually and may be subject to change.
6M4029 - Art
Award: QQI Level 6 Certificate in Art 6M4029.
Course Features and Facilities
• Well-equipped studios
• Visits to Galleries and Exhibitions
• Visiting professional Artists
• Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
• Wifi and Moodle
Coordinator: Deirdre Fitzgerald
Email: deirdrefitzgerald@scfe.ie
Application forms online at www.scfe.ie
Email: reception@scfe.ie
Tel: 01 285 2997