Art, Craft & Design Portfolio Preparation
This Art, Craft & Design course is designed to help learners develop their skills in drawing, painting, 3D studies and life drawing.
| 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, September to May.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent, LCA or relevant experience
• Interview – applicants must bring a selection of their best work to include drawing from observation, 3D work, craft work, sketch books or notebooks
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities
Art Administrator
Gallery Assistant.
Practising Artist
Community Arts Worker
Studio Technician
Education Progression
Below are some examples of progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Art 5M1985:
IADT - Art# Level 8 DL827
IADT - Graphic Design# Level 8 DL826
IADT - Arts Management Level 8 DL822
View the course webpage (link below) for more progression options or see www.cao.ie
Further information
All courses commence September 2024.
SCFE welcomes applications from qualified international applicants.
Interview – applicants must bring a selection of their best work to include drawing from observation, 3D work, craftwork, sketch books or notebooks.
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.
This Art, Craft & Design course is designed to help learners develop their skills in drawing, painting, 3D studies and life drawing. You will work with a variety of media and materials including monoprint, pastels, charcoal and more to prepare a high-quality portfolio, while completing a QQI Level 5 Award in Art with the potential to gain a maximum of 390 CAO points for entry into third level institutions. By doing this course, you will be better prepared for degree programmes and able to make informed decisions regarding college and course choices. It will give you confidence in your ability to succeed in a higher educational environment.
Figure Studies
Drawing
Painting
Sculpture
Combined Materials
Graphic Design
Combined materials
Communications
Work Experience
5M1985 - Art
Award: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art 5M1985.
Course Features & Facilities
Continuous assessment throughout the course
Project-based activities
Outings to Galleries & Exhibitions
Course Facilities
- Spacious, well-equipped studios for the study of drawing, painting, photography, printing, computer graphics, 3D studies and mixed media
- Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
Coordinator: Eddie Stapleton,
Email: edwardstapleton@scfe.ie
Application forms online at www.scfe.ie
Email: reception@scfe.ie
Tel: 01 285 2997