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NC Art and Design
About this course
A new National Certificate award that develops a foundation for progression to further study or entry into art and design-based employment. A robust award of practical and related theoretical content, it helps students build a portfolio and ensures candidates develop practical and theoretical skills in addition to transferable generic employability and essential skills. There is also the option to gain Higher Art.
Entry requirements (mature students)
There are no formal entry requirements for mature applicants. You may be called for interview.
Entry requirements (school leavers)
4 Standard grades at 3 or above: core skill communication at SCQF 4. Standard Grades should normally include Art and Design and English.
How is the course assessed?
Continuous assessment and (if taking Higher Art) external exam at the end of the year.
What next?
Academic progression to HNC Contemporary Art Practice (dependent on selection interview). Previous attendance and application on the NC Art and Design course are taken into account.
Start date
August 2012
Study method
Full and part time
Campus
Midmills
Duration
36 weeks full-time (August 2012 – June 2013). Longer by part time study.
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Information line
If you need assistance, email or call the information line 01463 273000.
