Art - Advanced
This advanced certificate offers students the opportunity to further develop their creative talents, exploring a specialised range of creative subjects based on professional practice. Students complete four academic based modules which gives them a comprehensive understanding of the art industry. As part of the course they will complete the necessary paper work to allow them to professionally apply for Percent for Art schemes, exhibitions, residencies etc.
| 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, 5 days per week.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Completion of QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art, Craft and Design
Successful completion of interview and online assessment
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Successful candidates may gain employment in the vast area of Art and Craft as practicing artists, in galleries or on community art projects.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPTIONS
CCompletion of the Level 6 Art Major Award allows students to apply directly for advanced entry to a variety of 2nd year BA(hons) programmes such as Ceramics, Sculpture and Combined Media, Painting and Fashion at Limerick I.T. Students may also apply for direct 2nd year entry to ATU Galway, MTU - Crawford College of Art & Design, TU Dubin, IADT and other IT colleges on completion of a full Level 6 award.
Possible Progression Options include*:
LC110 Level 8 - First Year Core Year Art and Design Common Entry -
LSAD
AD101 Level 8 - First Year Art and Design Common Entry -NCAD
Level 8 - Contemporary Art - ATU Galway
Advanced Entry Direct Entry to College
Level 8 - Sculpture and Combined Media Year 2 / Ceramics Year 2 / Painting Year 2 - LSAD
Advanced Entry Direct Entry to College
Level 8 - BA Design in Textiles Year 2 - GMIT
*Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and entry is subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please check with the individual college websites for more information on application. Information also available at www.cao.ie
Further information
Start Date: September 2023
End Date: June 2024
Places are limited - early application is strongly advised
Mature students are welcome to apply.
There are no tuition fees payable to Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre. However, please note there are costs involved in taking a course e.g. materials, additional training and QQI exam fees.
There is free transport available from Portlaoise, Mountmellick, Portarlington, Rathdowney and Mountrath,
FUNDING
VTOS/PLC places are available on the course (please contact the Centre for further information). The range of financial support available to students includes: Student Maintenance Grant (SUSI) and the Back to Education Allowance. For further information click on HEA Student Finance and SUSI
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Apply online via link below for 2023
Course Description
This advanced certificate offers students the opportunity to further develop their creative talents, exploring a specialised range of creative subjects based on professional practice. Students complete four business based modules which gives them a comprehensive understanding of the business of art. As part of the course they will complete the necessary paper work to allow them to professionally apply for Percent for Art schemes, exhibitions, residencies etc.
AREAS OF STUDY*
Painting
Drawing
Ceramic Craft Skills
Combined Materials
Fabric Manipulation
Studio Practice
History & Appreciation of Art & Design
Work Experience
Communications
*Subject to change
6M4029 - Art Advanced Level 6 Certificate
Certification: QQI Level 6 Certificate in Art (6M4029).
Helen Kavanagh, Centre Manager
Mountrath Road,
Abbeyleix,
Co Laois.
email: abbeyleixfet@loetb.ie
Tel: 057 873 1127