| Course Name |
Art - Portfolio |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Mhuire Thurles |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Tipperary ETB |
| Course Code |
5M1985 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Thurles |
| Course Content |
This Course is Designed to
• Provide fundamental knowledge and understanding of art and design processes
• Develop transferable skills of visual communication 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. |
| FET Code |
5M1985 - Art |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Qualification:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art
Work Experience
Courses are designed to meet current employment market needs by providing job oriented training and education. Coláiste Mhuire Co-Ed has built extensive links with many businesses in the locality and further afield, through their work experience programme. Students do a block release period of work experience during the year. Many students are employed locally as a result of their work experience.
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| Course Fee |
There are no formal tuition fees for Irish and EU Nationals who are full time students on our courses. Courses are funded by the European Social Fund.
An administration fee is required to cover student services. Students will be required to pay examination fees. |
| Financial Support |
Students attending our full-time PLC courses are eligible to apply for government grants. Grants range depending on individual circumstances.
For further information on grants please contact the college or SUSI www.susi.ie |
| Application Date |
Application
Application Forms are available to download from www.cmco.ie. Courses are offered subject to demand. Places on oversubscribed courses may be determined by interview. For students with additional learning needs, see our website for information regarding extra supports available.
Garda Vetting is needed to meet college requirements. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content:
Drawing
Painting
Sculpture
Communications
Work Experience
Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design
Printmaking
Design Skills
Colour & Light
Ceramics
Modules may change due to QQI course requirements. Courses offered subject to demand.
Students visit Art Galleries, Art Colleges and go on field trips at home and abroad to experience the outside artistic environment. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Leaving Certificate with passes in at least five subjects or Leaving Certificate Applied with a minimum of 120 credits, alternatively FETAC Certification at Level 4.
Applicants over 21 years who may not have completed the senior cycle but are deem...
Hide-Leaving Certificate with passes in at least five subjects or Leaving Certificate Applied with a minimum of 120 credits, alternatively FETAC Certification at Level 4.
Applicants over 21 years who may not have completed the senior cycle but are deemed to have the necessary competence and capacity to undertake the programme may also apply.
Applicants with special needs are catered for however, they must inform the college on application.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all students.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career / Academic Progression
This is a general foundation in art and design and the focus of this course is the development of your ability, skills and creativity. With a strong emphasis on drawing you will develop visual awareness and analytical t...
Hide-Career / Academic Progression
This is a general foundation in art and design and the focus of this course is the development of your ability, skills and creativity. With a strong emphasis on drawing you will develop visual awareness and analytical thinking. You will come to understand how art and design practice has developed and its position within today's society, culture and creative economy. The course structure is specifically designed to enable students to prepare a portfolio of artwork for entry to third level art and design colleges and to give expert support and guidance in making college choices.
Holders of this qualification take up places in Third Level Colleges and Institutes of Technology such as LSAD, NCAD, DIT, Crawford Art College, and Art Colleges abroad. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending. Having completed this programme Participants may progress to the Advanced Certificate in Art and Business Course Level 6 at CMCO.
Some of the Links to Third Level Courses:
LC102 - First Year Art and
Design L.I.T. (Level 8)
B.A. - Fine Art in Painting
L.I.T. (Level 8)
B.A. - Fine Art in Printmaking
L.I.T. (Level 8)
B.A. - Design in Fashion Design
L.I.T. (Level 8)
Possible Employment
Opportunities
Painter
Sign Writer
Photographer
Artist
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| Further Enquiries |
Phone: 0504 21734
Fax: 0504 23166
Email: colaistemhuire@gmail.com
www.cmco.ie |
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