| Course Name |
Silversmithing & Jewellery Design |
| Course Provider |
Central Technical Institute Clonmel |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Tipperary ETB |
| VTOS Information |
Click to View |
| Course Code |
6M4206 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Clonmel |
| Course Content |
Expand+This full time Art Metalwork PLC (Post Leaving Cert) course offers you the opportunity to research, design and develop skills in Jewellery, Silversmithing and fabrication. Study will involve a balance of experience between traditional and contemporar...
Hide-This full time Art Metalwork PLC (Post Leaving Cert) course offers you the opportunity to research, design and develop skills in Jewellery, Silversmithing and fabrication. Study will involve a balance of experience between traditional and contemporary methods of craftsmanship and terminology specific to the practice. Emphasis will be placed on the use of a wide variety of materials, experimentation, creativity and a high standard of professional practice to produce original work to a professional standard.
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| FET Code |
6M4206 - Art Metalwork Level 6 |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Certification
Awarding Body: QQI
Award type: Major
Title: Art Metalwork
Code: 6M4206
Level: 6
Credit value: 120 |
| Course Fee |
Expand+If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate Course (PLC) at Level 5 or 6 in this college there are no tuition fees for EU nationals.
However, there are student services charges, exam fees and a separate Government Levy. This tax (officially ...
Hide-If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate Course (PLC) at Level 5 or 6 in this college there are no tuition fees for EU nationals.
However, there are student services charges, exam fees and a separate Government Levy. This tax (officially called a Participant Contribution) was introduced in the 2010 Budget and applies to all PLC courses in all colleges.
Non-EU nationals who do not meet exemption requirements are liable for full tuition fees of €3,653 plus the fees as outlined below. The tuition fees are non-refundable. See the section on international students.
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| Financial Support |
Expand+If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course in this college you may be eligible for a grant.
S.U.S.I.
A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in 2012. All new applications must be made online to the single aw...
Hide-If you intend pursuing a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course in this college you may be eligible for a grant.
S.U.S.I.
A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in 2012. All new applications must be made online to the single awarding authority, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI).
When can I make my grant application?
You should apply for it as soon as possible. Remember, you do not have to wait until you receive an offer of a place. Only when your application has been completed in full and submitted to the SUSI can your eligibility be determined.
How do I register to make an application?
Go to the following websites www.studentfinance.ie or www.grantsonline.ie
To make an application all you have to do is click on the SUSI icon on the student grant page and register your personal details. You will need your PPS number and an e-mail address. This e-mail address can only be used for one registration/application as it will be a contact reference for interaction with SUSI. You will be asked to input a password, again select one that you can remember as you will be unable to access your online application without it.
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| Interview |
Yes - Mid to Late May & Late August to early September |
| Application Date |
Expand+You must apply online for a PLC course: (link below)
Apply before 31st August 2017
• Learners seeking to attend a PLC course in this college are required to complete the online application form as early as possible. All applicants will be invited ...
Hide-You must apply online for a PLC course: (link below)
Apply before 31st August 2017
• Learners seeking to attend a PLC course in this college are required to complete the online application form as early as possible. All applicants will be invited for interview.
• Typically there are two main interview periods: April/May and late August/early September. These two interviewing sessions are held to facilitate earlier as well as later applicants.
• If you are offered a place you will need to secure it by paying a non-refundable deposit (€50)
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Courses commence in September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
•Design Skills
•Fine Metalwork Finishing
•Jewellery Making
•Communications
•Work Experience
•Combined Materials
•Silversmithing and Fabrication
•Metal Surface Treatment |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+•Aimed at those who have a QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Award, or an equivalent qualification in art. This is desirable but not essential.
•Adult learners over the age of 21 or persons displaying a specific skill set and/or life experience are welcome to app...
Hide-•Aimed at those who have a QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Award, or an equivalent qualification in art. This is desirable but not essential.
•Adult learners over the age of 21 or persons displaying a specific skill set and/or life experience are welcome to apply.
•Applicants will have an advisory meeting to offer guidance and to ensure course suitability. Places will be offered on a 'first come basis' following the outcome of this meeting.
•Offers are subject to the applicant meeting the requirements of the course.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Progression
Higher Education Institutions. Other graduates work as self-employed designers/makers or with companies engaged in design, production, marketing and retailing of jewellery. |
| Further Enquiries |
Central Technical Institute,
Senior College, Clonmel.
Course Co-Ordinator
Susan McCarthy
Tel: 052 262 69
Fax: 052 210 30
Email: info@cti-clonmel.ie
adulted@tipperaryetb.ie
Web: www.cti-clonmel.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |