- Code: DJ
- Certification: QQI Level 6 Award in Art (6M4029)
- Duration: One Year
Description
This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in developing 3D craft and design skills particularly in the areas of woodworking, ceramics and metalwork. Learners will be provided workshop space and a wide range of facilities including tools and materials to develop skills in these craft areas. Space and time will also be provided for the development of drawing skills and evolution of design ideas that can be brought to the craft studios where expert teachers will support the creation of final art and design pieces. All learners get to exhibit finished work at the end of year graduate art and design exhibition. .
- Programme of Study
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- Drawing
- Design Skills
- Combined materials
- Creative applications
- Exhibition techniques
- Communications
- Work experience
Components subject to change - Entry Requirements
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- QQI level 5 certificate in Art, Craft, Design or Furniture Design or Jewellery Making
Places are offered following successful interview. Applicants must bring a portfolio to the interview.
- QQI level 5 certificate in Art, Craft, Design or Furniture Design or Jewellery Making
- Career Opportunities
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- Craft Industry
- Art Studio
- Higher Education Progression*
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Examples of potential courses include:
NCAD National College of Art & Design:
- Visual Culture (AD215)
SETU South East Technological University (Carlow Campus):
- Product Design Innovation (SE202)
TUS Technological University of the Shannon (Athlone Campus):
- Animation and Illustration (US802)
UCD University College Dublin:
- Joint Honours - Art History (DN520)
- Creative and Cultural Industries - Humanities(DN530)
ATU Atlantic Technological University (Letterfrack Campus):
- Furniture Design and Manufacture (AU581)
- Furniture Making and Architectural Woodworking (AU582)
- Furniture Design, Making and
- Technology (Common Entry) (AU583)
*Places are not guaranteed in these Institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application. Information available also at www.cao.ie
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Noel Sweeney