Advanced Certificate in Art (QQI Level 6)
Advanced Certificate in Art QQI Level 6 Course Code: 6M4029
PROGRAMME AIMS
This advanced certificate offers students the opportunity to further develop their creative talents, exploring a specialised range of creative subjects based on professional practice. Students complete four academic based modules which gives them a comprehensive understanding of the art industry. As part of the course they will complete the necessary paper work to allow them to professionally apply for Percent for Art schemes, exhibitions, residencies etc.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of QQI Level 5 Certificate in Art, Craft and Design
- Successful completion of interview and online assessment
AREAS OF STUDY*
- Painting
- Drawing
- Ceramic Craft Skills
- Combined Materials
- Fabric Manipulation
- Studio Practice
- History & Appreciation of Art & Design
- Work Experience
- Communications
*Subject to change
COURSE DURATION & FREQUENCY
1 academic year full time – 5 days per week
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Successful candidates may gain employment in the vast area of Art and Craft as practicing artists, in galleries or on community art projects.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPTIONS
Completion of the Level 6 Art Major Award allows students to apply directly for advanced entry to a variety of 2nd year BA(hons) programmes such as Ceramics, Sculpture and Combined Media, Painting and Fashion at Limerick I.T. Students may also apply for direct 2nd year entry to GMIT, Crawford College of Art & Design, DIT, IADT and other IT colleges on completion of a full Level 6 award.
Possible Progression Options include*:
| CAO Title | Level / Course Title | College |
|---|---|---|
| LC110 | Level 8 - First Year Core Year Art and Design Common Entry | LSAD |
| AD101 | Level 8 - First Year Art and Design Common Entry | NCAD |
| GA283 | Level 8 - ContemporaryArt | GMIT |
| Advanced Entry Direct Entry to College | Level 8 - Sculpture and Combined Media Year 2 / Ceramics Year 2 / Painting Year 2 | LSAD |
| Advanced Entry Direct Entry to College | Level 8 - BA Design in Textiles Year 2 | GMIT |
*Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and entry is subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please check with the individual college websites for more information on application. Information also available at www.cao.ie
FEES
There are no tuition fees payable to Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre. However, please note there are costs involved in taking a course e.g. materials, additional training and QQI exam fees. A student registration fee must be paid on joining the course.
FUNDING
VTOS/PLC places are available on the course (please contact the Centre for further information). The range of financial support available to students includes: Student Maintenance Grant (SUSI) and the Back to Education Allowance. For further information click on HEA Student Finance and SUSI
*Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board reserves the right to refuse course admission and/or completion.
Qualifications
Certificate in Art Level 6
Location
Abbeyleix FETC
Mountrath Road
Abbeyleix
County Laois
R32 TX30
Duration
Start Date: September 2022
End Date: June 2023
Facilities
- Study Room
- Free Parking
- Disabled Parking
- Canteen
Contact
Helen Kavanagh, Centre Manager
Email:
abbeyleixfet@loetb.ie
Phone
(057) 873 1127
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Centre Opening Times
Monday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
* Bank Holidays and Public Holidays – Closed
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Testimonials
Read what our past students have to say about their experience with the Advanced Certificate in Art course at Abbeyleix FETC
"Advanced art level six is a great course and with the help of the wonderful tutors there, has allowed me to further develop my art and to gain new skills. I’d highly recommend it as a course. I have studied here for two years and have had nothing but good experiences."
Lucy Patterson
Advanced Art Level 6 2022
“I have almost completed two years studying in Art Craft and Design Levels 5 & 6 Abbeyleix. I am a mature
student and was delighted to be accepted onto the course as I was finally embarking on a life-long
ambition of becoming an artist. I entered into a course that offered me the opportunity to develop skills
employing a wide variety of artist’s media, participate in work placement and learn comprehensive
communication and IT skills necessary for the aspiring artist of today. I have created an amazing body of
artwork and portfolio during this time and am now in a position to enter a third level degree in Art as an
advanced admission candidate. My journey throughout this course was a very positively challenging
experience with excellent support and constructive feedback from our teaching team.
Maura Byrne
Advanced Art Level 6 2021
