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Art and Design (Arts Practice) (Yr 1 of 2) (Level 4 HNC)

Pearson BTEC
Art & Design

Course Overview

This course offers you as a student the opportunity to experience aspects of 2D and 3D Art and Design disciplines with a focus on drawing, painting, sculpture, print, digital media, contextual referencing and professional practice,(commonly know as Fine Art disciplines). You will be offered the chance to develop a personal visual language through experimentation with processes, materials and ideas and will be encouraged to develop your own personal visual language withinart and design.You will be taught through a combination of studio based practical workshops and lecturers over one day in College but will be required to undertake independent study outside of college on a weekly basis developing ideas and techniques.Building on previous experience in Art and Design the course is designed to deepen students knowledge across a broad vocational and academic base.
  • Start Date
    1 Sep 2023
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Limavady

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  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate Art and Design (Arts Practice) (Yr 1 of 2)
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2023
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Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Main St
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Course Modules

  • Professional Development
  • Contextual Studies
  • Individual Project (Pearson set)
  • Techniques and Processes
  • Media Practices
  • Material Practices
  • Printmaking
  • 3D Practices
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Entry Requirements: : 32 UCAS points at A-Level (must include Art or an Art related subject) together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) to include Art, Maths and English (Level 2 Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy will also be accepted); OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualificationWe also welcome applications from mature students who will be considered individually based on experience rather than qualifications. All students must attend for interview and present a portfolio of work

ROI Requirements

ROI: 32 UCAS points and 4 OLCs subjects at Leaving Cert (Grade 04 or above) which must include Art, English and Maths. We also welcome applications from mature students who will be considered individually based on experience rather than qualifications. All students must attend for interview and present a portfolio of work

Work Placement

N/A

What's Next?

Further Study

On completion of the course students can progress to the BTEC L5 HND in Art and Design (Arts Practice) at NWRC or can apply to university.

Career Prospects

Professional Practicing Artist Gallery Assistant Studio assistant working within the Creative Industries.

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Meet our students

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    I chose to study at NWRC because it was the best place to learn about the world of hospitality! The facilities at the College are great and I’ve gained lots of experience working with the public.
    Ben Hall (Hospitality)
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    I progressed from NWRC directly into final year of a degree programme at Glasgow School of Art, along with my twin sister.
    Tipsudar Cochrane

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