Art and Design (Creative Industries) SCQF 6 (North Uist and Portree)

NC - UHI North, West & Hebrides

Course description

The course attracts a diverse group of learners locally and further afield, and is made up of younger students moving on from school as well as those returning to education. With small group sizes and the input of a number of specialised tutors, the learning experience is full of new challenges and creative opportunities.

In North Uist, the course is based at Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum and Arts Centre.

Drawing

Painting

Sculpture

Digital Media

Exploratory Media Handling

Project

Sketchbook Development

Contextual Studies

Printmaking

Creative Industries (3 Units)

Entry requirements

Applicants should aim for 3 National 5 passes or equivalent, preferably including Art and English. Applicants will also be asked to show examples of their work, particularly drawing at their interview which will help determine their level of experience.

Applications to the course are welcome from adults returning to education who may not possess the entry requirements.

Progression

The course allows students to prepare a portfolio to apply onto Higher education level courses. Progression into the BA (Hons) Fine Art with UHI is possible.