Course code: 1342
Course type: Full time
Duration: 2 years*
Level: 3
Site: Station Plaza
Start date: September 2012

A  thorough introduction to the subject. Candidates will produce practical and critical/contextual work in one or more areas including drawing and painting, mixed media, sculpture, land art, installation, printmaking, lens-based and/or light-based media. You will be expected to demonstrate skills and techniques in your chosen areas of study: making appropriate use of colour, line, tone, texture, shape and form; using different approaches such as observation, analysis, expression and imagination; showing an understanding of the conventions of imagery and genres; and understanding spatial qualities, composition, rhythm, scale and structure. You will gain skills in developing ideas, experimenting with materials, techniques and processes, and presenting a personal, informed and meaningful response.

How will I be assessed?

Through  portfolio presentation, individual research, and personal development and concepts.

Where does it lead?

A broad knowledge in one or more areas including drawing and painting, mixed media, sculpture, land art, installation, printmaking, lens-based and/or light-based media.

What are my career opportunities?

An understanding of the subject is highly relevant to a wide range of roles in art, design or the media, plus careers in graphic design, exhibition design, arts curatororship, heritage and conservation.

Further Study?

A2 Fine Art, National Diploma, Foundation year, accredited evening classes, degree-level study, work experience and personal practice.

Are there any extra costs?

Some specialist materials and exhibition costs.