Art, Craft & Design Portfolio Preparation
Students will get the chance to explore their own personal interests through a wide range of creative mediums, from drawing and sculpture to graphic design and combined materials.
| 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
• Graphic Designer
• Textile Designer
• Art Educator
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
For a more detailed list of progression options go to www.cao.ie
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026.
To Apply Online go to "Application Weblink" above.
In the Level 5 Art, Craft and Design Portfolio Preparation course, students will get the chance to explore their own personal interests through a wide range of creative mediums, from drawing and sculpture to graphic design and combined materials. Students will work in a studio-style classroom space alongside others who share a passion for art, with plenty of room to experiment, share ideas, and develop their own unique style. Our projects are designed to help students build a strong, creative portfolio for college applications. Students will complete a QQI Level 5 Award in Art with the potential to gain a maximum of 390 CAO points for entry into third-level institutions. By doing this course, they will be better prepared for degree programmes and able to make informed decisions regarding college and course choices.
Course Features
• Continuous assessment throughout the course
• Project-based activities
• Outings to Galleries & Exhibitions
• Figure Studies
• Drawing
• Painting
• Sculpture
• Combined Materials
• Graphic Design
• 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