Art & Design - Portfolio Preparation
This one-year course is a foundation course in art and design - the portfolio you make is the result of this year of study. You can then use this portfolio to gain entry to third level Higher Education art and design colleges in Ireland, the UK or even further afield. A foundation in art and design provides the fundamental knowledge and understanding of art and design processes to provide a good basis for further study in any related area.
| 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
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Pre entry guidance meeting
Applicants are requested to show some evidence of their interest. What we are looking for is primarily drawing from observation but also evidence of your interest in visual art or design. This can take many forms: notebooks, painting, photographs, diaries, poetry, models and ideas. Please feel free to bring whatever you feel best represents you, your interests and abilities.
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
•Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme. Click here for details of CAO · QQI Requirements Lookup
•Successful completion of this Level 5 Award may lead to entry into the Level 6 Courses at GTI; Drawing and Visual Inquiry or Animation.
Atlantic Technological University
*AU518 BA in Art
*AU519 BA in Design
*AU615 Film and Documentary
*AU525 BA in Heritage Studies
*AL861 Animation and Illustration
*AL863 Graphic and Digital Design
TUS
*US800 Art and Design
*A8116 BA Hons in Fashion
*LC115 Art and Design Teacher Education
*DL826 Graphic Design
*DL827 Art
*DL832 Animation
*DL833 Photography and Visual Media
*SG231 Fine Art
*SG232 Creative Design
*SG244 Fine Art
*SG245 Creative Design
Further information
Mature Students welcome
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
PLC students qualify for Maintenance Grants See www.susi.ie for full details on eligibility and application process.
Yes. You are requested to bring evidence of your interest in art and/or design to your interview.
Yes
Admissions Procedures 2024
See Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy at www.gti.ie
Closing date for first round of applications is Friday May 3rd 2024 at 2:00pm.
Pre Guidance Meetings where applicable will take place from May 20th 2024
Offers of places will issue following completion of first round pre-guidance meetings
Second Round applications open June 4th 2024.
Pre-entry guidance meetings will take place from August 30th subject to availability of places.
Application system closes on September 30th for 2024 full-time entry.
€175 Registration Fee applies to all students
There is a strong emphasis on drawing as a way to develop visual awareness and analytical thinking. You will find out how art and design practice has developed and its position within today's society, culture and creative economy This is a capsule, stand-alone, year without the commitment and expense of a four-year degree. The course gives you the time to consider if a future in art and design is for you and to choose the college and course that suits you best. Teachers will give you subject specific career guidance and support.
Your QQI award attracts CAO points; colleges take the higher of the scores you get from your Leaving Certificate or your QQI award for application to relevant courses. Students from GTI achieve great results from the very beginning of their Degree courses. Course leaders from NCAD, Limerick and Galway tell us that former GTI students are always top of the class, from the very beginning. It is a gateway to a whole range of possibilities. College visits, formal and informal discussions with teachers and your classmates give you a great idea of the courses and colleges available to you.
This course is designed to
• Provide fundamental knowledge and understanding of art and design ideas and processes
• Develop transferable skills of visual communication, problem solving and self expression
• Identify unique personal abilities and strengths in art and design
• Enable the preparation of a portfolio of artwork to gain entry to third level courses.
How the Course is Taught
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
Courses are project based and student centred
Whenever possible, we use a 'learning by doing' approach to make the learning experience more relevant and enjoyable.
We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning
We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners
Course Content
Drawing 5N1862
Painting 5N1302
Sculpture 5N1918
Problem Solving 5N1615
Work Experience 5N1356
Appreciation of Art,Craft & Design 5N0755
Collage Techniques 5N0761
Printmaking 5N1373
Optional Modules
Learners may also have the opportunity to study Maths as an extra module.
5M1985 - Art
Certification
QQI Level 5 Award in Art (5M1985)
Further Information
marie.hume@gretb.ie
sadhbh.hoare@gretb.ie
Galway Technical Institute
College of Further Education & Training
Fr. Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway
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