Art Advanced
The aim of this one year full time course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skills and competence to work autonomously and independently in a fine art context and/or to progress to higher education and training.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year - 36 weeks
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 5 in a relevant discipline when accessing a Level 6 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to exercise initiative and independence when carrying out course activities.
Careers / Further progression
The aim of this one year full time course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skills and competence to work autonomously and independently in a fine art context and/or to progress to higher education and training
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026
End Date: 14/05/2027
Application prior to the closing date (4 weeks before start), will allow sufficient time for processing.
Yes
*This course is delivered in Ennistymon*
6M4029 - Art: The aim of this one year full time course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge skills and competence to work autonomously and independently in a fine art context and/or to progress to higher education and training. Learners have the opportunity to build on skills learned at Level 5 and produce a personal body of work, focusing on specific projects.
The successful completion of the QQI Level 6 award in Art will enable applicants to work autonomously and independently in a fine art context. Applicants will demonstrate specialised knowledge across a range of fine art disciplines in 2 and 3 dimensions.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI Level 6 Major Award in Art.
Learning Outcomes
* To facilitate the learner to explore Art with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment.
* To facilitate the learner to demonstrate skills in a wide range of visual art mediums.
* To provide a programme of learning that is vocationally specific in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her specialised academic and vocational
literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme.
* To enhance the learner’s confidence in his/her ability and to build on his/her skills to reach his/her full potential.
* To facilitate the learner to develop his/her interpersonal, team working, learning to learn, time keeping and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and
employment.
* To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus
affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 7 or above.
* To facilitate the learner to develop analytical, reflection and evaluation skills as appropriate to a
vocational setting.
Work Experience (6N1946)
Communications (6N1950)
Exhibition Techniques (6N3427)
Drawing (6N3569)
Sculpture (6N3570)
Combined Materials (6N3587)
Painting (6N3452)
Studio Practice (6N3571)
6M4029 - Art Level 6
Phone: 061 578 100
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie