Overview
Course Duration One Year Full-time
Leads to NFQ Level 5 QQI Award in Art (5M1985)
This well-established and successful course is designed to enable students to develop good drawing and design skills and knowledge of a wide range of other media and techniques.
One of the main aims of the course is to prepare a comprehensive portfolio that will help students in progressing to higher education.
ERASMUS+
Eligible students may also be selected for work experience under the Erasmus+ programme abroad.
Entry Requirements
Candidates should be able to demonstrate an interest in Art and when called for interview should bring a selection of creative work. This could include drawing, painting, photography, 3D work or any other work that demonstrates your creative ability.
More information about requirements is available here.
Progression
Students who successfully complete this course may apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme to a range of third-level courses including:
- NCAD - All Courses
- IADT - All Visual Courses
- TUD - All Visual Courses
- Central St Martins, London - All Courses
For full details of QQI requirements for progression to CAO courses please click here.
Course content
- Drawing (life & analytical)
- Design Skills
- Ceramics
- Appreciation of Art, Craft & Design
- Painting
- Combined Materials
- Sculpture
- Communications
- Work Experience
Course Cost
All PLC courses have a non-refundable €50 acceptance/registration fee.
In addition to this fee, please note that specialist training costs, material costs, or professional fees may apply to some courses.