| Course Name |
Art - Portfolio Foundation Course |
| Course Provider |
Beaufort College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Louth & Meath 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)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Navan |
| Course Content |
The purpose of this Course is to provide learners with an understanding of Art & Design. Students will prepare a portfolio of work with a view to entering third level colleges in Art & Design or to enhance their skills to find employment in an Art related area.
Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity in a wide range of visual and artistic skills based on study through a number of art related modules. |
| FET Code |
5M1985 - Art |
| Duration |
1 year - full time from September to May. |
| Course Fee |
Course fee
€400 (includes €200 Government fee)
Exemption of €200 to medical card holders.
*Deposit of €50 required which is a non-refundable fee to include processing and registration of application.
Copy of Valid Medical Card is required. All fees to be paid in full on or before 30.09.17. |
| Financial Support |
Grant
All Students are eligible to apply through SUSI for the PLC Maintenance Grant (means tested) www.susi.ie |
| Interview |
Yes. Personal interviews will be held in May. |
| Portfolio |
Yes. |
| Subjects Taught |
Drawing
Sculpture
Ceramics
Painting
Appreciation of Art / Craft Design
Communications
Graphic Design
Work Experience |
| Mature Entry Places |
Mature students are welcome to apply. |
| Entry Requirements |
Students must have a Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or equivalent standard of education. Mature Students i.e. 23 years and over without formal qualifications will be given special considerations.
Enrolment requirements
A prospective student should have a body of work, which demonstrates a competence in drawing, painting, 3D studies, photography or other art disciplines.
Interviews
Personal interviews will be held in May. |
| Assessment Method |
Assessment
Continuous assessment during the year in addition to being monitored by an external examiner. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
This accreditation will prepare students in entering Third Level Colleges in Art & Design or employment in an Art related area. |
| Further Enquiries |
Phone: (046) 9028915
Fax: (046) 9029589
Email: beaufortcollege@lmetb.ie
Web: www.beaufortcollege.ie |
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