Art & Sculpture Practice
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
All entry is subject to interview. Applicants must be VTOS eligible.
Careers / Further progression
Progression/Employment
Students may be eligible to apply to Third Level Colleges through the Higher Education links Scheme.
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Mature students are welcome to apply.
This is a core VTOS programme.
PLC Maintenance Grants
Whitehall College of Further Education is an approved college for Post-Leaving Certificate (PLC) Maintenance Grants. Information on this scheme is available on www.susi.ie and www.studentfinance.ie. Applications are made on-line at www.susi.ie.
Payment of this grant is subject to Susi receiving confirmation from the college that the student is registered and in attendance on the course in respect of which the student has been awarded the grant.
VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunity Scheme)
Whitehall College of Further Education has for many years provided innovative programmes for mature students who wish to return to education. Previous educational attainment does not exclude anyone from the opportunity to join our programmes. Entry to all programmes is determined by interview. Mature students can participate in any of the Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) programmes that are offered by Whitehall College, or you may choose to participate in one of our specific VTOS programmes.
What is VTOS?
VTOS means 'vocational training opportunity scheme'. VTOS gives unemployed adults the opportunity of returning to full-time education without losing their social welfare payments.
How will it benefit me?
Prepare you to go to paid employment
Prepare you for further education opportunities
Provide you with an increased range of lifestyle options
Skills acquisition
You will also:
- Receive a small lunch allowance and may be entitled to a travel allowance depending on the distance between your home and the college
- Receive books and materials free of charge
- There is limited financial support available for childcare for those using registered childminders.
How much will it cost?
Courses are provided free of charge (€50 booking deposit refundable at the end of the course).
Yes
Applications are made on-line through the College website.
Our application system will acknowledge receipt of your application.
If you have any questions relating to entry requirements please contact the College.
Course Description
This programme aims to equip students with sufficient skills to allow them gain access to workshop training programmes/third level programmes.
It will also allow students the opportunity to prepare a portfolio of work. Students on this course may also have completed an Art and Sculpture (Foundation) course. Applicants must be VTOS Eligible for participation on this programme.
Combined Materials
Drawing
Painting
Printmaking
Metal/Wood Sculpture
Ceramics
Communications
Work Experience
Components may be subject to change.
5M1985 - Art.
Certification: QQI Level 5 Art Award 5M1985.
Admissions Office,
Whitehall College of Further Education,
Email: info@whitehallCFE.cdetb.ie
Phone: 01 837 6011 or 01 837 6012
Fax: 01 837 7717
www.whitehallcollege.com