Art, Craft & Mixed Media
In the Level 5 Art, Craft & Mixed Media course, students will have the opportunity to explore their individual creative interests through a wide variety of artistic processes.
| 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 full-time, September to May.
Entry Requirements
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent, LCA or relevant experience
• Interview – applicants must bring a selection of their best work to include drawing from observation, 3D work, craft work, sketch books or notebooks
• Mature applicants welcome
• Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry qualifications.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities
• Art Administrator
• Gallery Assistant.
• Practising Artist
• Community Arts Worker
• Studio Technician
• Workshop Facilitator
Education progression
Below are some examples of progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Art 5M1985:
IADT Art# Level 8 DL827
IADT Graphic Design# Level 8 DL826
IADT Arts Management Level 8 DL822
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026.
To Apply Online go to "Application Weblink" above.
In the Level 5 Art, Craft & Mixed Media course, students will have the opportunity to explore their individual creative interests through a wide variety of artistic processes. Working in a studio-style classroom environment, learners can experiment, share ideas, and develop their own personal style while engaging with both traditional and contemporary techniques. Students will work with a broad range of materials and methods, including collage, embroidery, printmaking, painting, drawing, sculpture, relief techniques, and mixed-media approaches. The course leads to a QQI Level 5 Award in Art. Graduates will have the option to progress to the Level 6 Art course within the college. Students will also take part in the end-of-year exhibition, gaining experience in presenting and showcasing their work professionally.
Course features
• Continuous assessment throughout the course
• Project-based activities
• Outings to Galleries & Exhibitions
• Figure Studies
• Drawing
• Painting
• Sculpture
• Combined Materials
• Graphic Design or Design Skills
• Communications
• Work Experience
5M1985 - Art
Coordinator: Mary Clohisey
Email: maryclohisey@scfe.ie
Application forms online at www.scfe.ie
Email: reception@scfe.ie
Tel: 01 285 2997