Art - Portfolio Preparation
This course gives students the skills necessary to develop a creative approach to Art. Advice will be given on portfolio selection and layout suitable for application to Third Level colleges.
| 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
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
Students should be 16 years old or over at the start of the course.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or higher).
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
This course prepares students for work in the area of Art and Design or students may wish to progress to Art at Third Level.
Third Level Progression
Art Level 5 is a Portfolio Preparation course that allows students to develop their portfolio with the aim of progressing to Third Level.
National College of Art & Design NCAD, accept this QQI Level 5 award for 8 of their courses including Fine Art AD204, Fashion Design AD211 and Education & Design or Fine Art for Second Level Teaching AD202.
TU Dublin- City Centre Campus have over 10 art related courses that allow progression from this award including Fine Art TU974, Photography TU976 and Interior Design TU975.
Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art & Design have a wide range of courses that might interest students including Art DL827, Graphic Design DL826 & Photography and Visual Media DL833.
Please contact admin@greenhillscollege.ie with any queries.
Further information
Commences in late Aug/ early September
Yes
In response to the cost-of-living crisis, DDLETB have implemented a significant reduction in fees for all domestic (EU, EEA, Stamp 4) students undertaking a PLC course in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The only fee payable for full-time and part-time courses in this academic year is: Non-refundable Deposit €50
All other charges including course-specific fees have been waived for the 2024/2025 academic year.
Non-EEA students: Non-EEA nationals should contact the college for details of entry requirements and fees.
* Fees are subject to change. Check with the College for the latest details on fees.
Funding Schemes
There are several funding schemes available for eligible students, including:-
VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme)
BTEI (Back to Education Initiative)
SUSI Grant
Applications are open for 2024/2025 academic year. Application for all courses is online on the www. greenhillscollege.ie website (Application weblink above). Where courses are full, learners may be placed on a waiting list and allocated places as they become available.
Modules:
Combined Materials 5N0764
Painting 5N1302
Printmaking 5N1373
Drawing 5N1862
Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design 5N0755
Sculpture 5N1918
Work Experience 5N1356
Communications 5N0690
5M1985 - Art
Certification
NFQ Level 5 award made by QQI 5M1985 Art
Tel: (01) 450 7779
Email:admin@greenhillscollege.ie
www.greenhillscollege.ie