Advanced Art (QQI Level 6

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This one year full-time advanced Certificate offers students the opportunity to further develop their creative talents, exploring a specialised range of creative subjects based on professional practice. The course is studio based with an emphasis on interdisciplinary skills. The groups across the art department travel to Florence, Italy annually on a specially designed trip.

Who should apply for this course? This programme is suitable for any level 5 applicant to further advance their studies. Learners wishing to develop their portfolio for application to any third level art institutes including for advanced entry to second year.

What will I study? (Modules) • Work Experience • Communications • Ceramics Craft Skills • History and Appreciation of Art and Design • Drawing • Combined Materials • Fabric Manipulation • Painting • Studio Practice.

*Subject to change

Progression Options On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work autonomously and independently in a fine art context and or to progress to higher education and training.

Completion of the Level 6 Major Award allows students to apply directly for advanced entry to 2nd year of a BA in any of the third level art institutions, LSAD (TUS) GMIT, Crawford College of Art and Design, TU, IADT and other IT Colleges on completion of a full Level 6 award.

Successful candidates may gain employment in the vast area of Art and Craft as practicing artists, in galleries or on community art projects. Entry Requirements • Completion of a QQI Level 5 certificate in a relevant art discipline. • Successful completion of interview and online assessment. • Applicants are requested to present samples of their work. • Abbeyleix FETC welcomes applications from mature students.

Applicants are assessed on relevant life and work experience.

PROGRESSION FOCUSED

EMPLOYMENT FOCUSED

Contact Helen Kavanagh on 057 873 1127 or email abbeyleixfet@loetb.ie

Duration 1 academic year full time – 5 days per week

Award Title, Level and Code Advanced Certificate in Art QQI Level 6 Course Code: 6M4029

Cost There are no registration or tuition fees payable to Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre. However, please note the cost of materials is approximately €200 to include Art Pack and materials. Cost of trip to Florence approx. €550-€600.

How to Apply Apply online at www.abbeyleixfetc.ie or through www.fetchcourses.ie

LEARNER TESTIMONIALS

Great place to study. I have studied and achieved two QQI level 5 certificates in LOETB Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre. I really enjoyed it, you are helped in every way possible to achieve your full potential. The staff were kind, encouraging and did all they could to help me along the way. One of the things I loved about it was, I felt I was listened to and was never made to feel that I couldn’t do it. This is the place for you if you are thinking of going back to further your education. I would encourage anyone to take the plunge, it’s worth it.

Della McEvoy Healthcare Level 5 (2020-2021)

Beginning the healthcare course in Abbeyleix FET was a huge step for me as it was the first time I had studied full time since finishing school 19 years ago. What a great decision I made as the course is excellent and I received a great deal of support and encouragement from the teachers and learning support staff, they boosted my confidence and made learning although challenging, very enjoyable. I now have begun my career as a healthcare assistant and it is hopefully the beginning of a new journey to higher education for me. If you are considering a new career even in later years, Abbeyleix FET is the place to be!

Julie Brennan Healthcare Level 5 (2021-2022)