Art
Objectives:
To enable students find employment in an artistic environment. To facilitate progression to Third Level. Students find this course invaluable as a preparation for College.
| 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
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Certificate or equivalent
• Leaving Certificate with passes in at least five subjects
• Leaving Certificate Applied with a minimum of 120 credits
• QQI Certification at Level 4
• Applicants over 21 years who may have not completed the Senior Cycle, but are deemed to have the necessary competence and capacity to undertake the programme may also apply.
Careers / Further progression
Career / Academic Progression
Students who want to take their skills in the area of practical art skills to a new level and work in various areas of art attend this second year course to top up their original QQI Level 5 qualification. This is a one-year professional practice course in the area of art, craft and design. Students will work with a range of skills, focusing on a practical art skills, gaining employment in the art industry, or preparing for third level studies which can also include preparation of portfolio if required.
Possible Employment Opportunities
Fashion Designer
Visual
Communication
Animation
Creative Media
Game Art
Arts Therapy
Art Teacher
Film
Special Effects
Web Design
Photography
Further information
There are no formal tuition fees for Irish and EU Nationals who are full time students on our courses. Courses are funded by the European Social Fund.
An administration fee is required to cover student services. Students will be required to pay examination fees.
Students attending our full-time PLC courses are eligible to apply for government grants. Grants range depending on individual circumstances.
For further information on grants please contact the college or SUSI www.susi.ie
Application
Application Forms are available to download from www.cmco.ie. Courses are offered subject to
demand. Places on oversubscribed courses may be determined by interview. For students with
additional learning needs, see our website for information regarding extra supports available.
Course Content:
Painting
Drawing
Design Skills
Art Appreciation
Sculpture
Printmaking
Work Experience
Communications
Modules may change due to QQI course requirements. Courses offered subject to demand.
6M4029 - Art
Qualification:
QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Art
Work Experience
Courses are designed to meet current employment market needs by providing job oriented training and education. Coláiste Mhuire Co-Ed has built extensive links with many businesses in the locality and further afield, through their work experience programme. Students complete a block release period of work experience during the year. Many students are employed locally as a result of their work experience.
Phone: 0504 21734
Email: colaistemhuire@tipperaryetb.ie
Web: www.cmco.ie