HNC Applied Arts

Overview

About This Course: 

This is a challenging course where you take part in an exciting and comprehensive programme of design and specialist craft studies.  The course is project-based, and you’ll explore your own creativity and prepare for the demands of a degree course or working as an independent maker. Projects concentrate on designing, exploring and making, drawing and personal expression.

You’ll study applied art techniques in Art Glass, Applied Ceramics, Jewellery and Performance Costume. Although we teach some making skills on the course, it’s an advantage to have experience in working in 3D, and also making skills in different media.

What You Need: 
  • An NC/NQ in an Art & Design subject, OR
  • Two Highers – one of which must be in Art and Design.
  • Examples of art & design work.

More Information

What You Study: 

The subjects you’ll study include: Observational Drawing, Developmental Drawing, Creative Process, Art and Design Project, Art and Design Context, Ceramics Design and Production, Jewellery Design and Production, Art Glass Design and Production, Art and Design: Performance Costume, Cultural Identity, and Portfolio Production.

After The Course: 

Career

Designer/maker, craftsperson, theatre designer, carnival, leisure, retail industries, teaching, community art worker, self-employment.

Continuing study

The portfolio you build on this course will help you apply for a range of degree level courses.

How Long: 

One year, starting in August.

Location: 

City Campus North Hanover Street.

Contact

Contact Name: 

Fiona Ferguson

Contact Number: 

0141 566 4559

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