Part-Time Art and Design Courses Commencing January 27
All courses are offered on a part-time basis and run for 13 weeks, delivered through a blended learning approach that combines online and in-person elements. Applicants will be invited to attend an interview and suitability assessment before being offered a place. A full list of available courses is provided below—click on a course to learn more about its content and structure.
This award equips learners with the knowledge, skills, and competence to produce high-quality digital photographic images through both theoretical understanding and practical application. Learners will explore photography as a contemporary medium, master camera functions and settings, and apply digital editing techniques to enhance their work. The programme emphasizes creativity, composition, and professional presentation through portfolio development, while also fostering independent work, time management, and critical evaluation of completed projects.
This course will run every Thursday 9:00am-13:15pm
This award aims to provide learners with the knowledge, skills, and competence to create original animation work by applying the principles and practices of animation drawing. Learners will explore fundamental animation principles, develop a range of drawing skills and techniques, and understand the animation production process. They will learn to express ideas creatively using the visual language of animation, critically evaluate both professional and peer work, and apply animation principles in designing scenes. Additionally, learners will interpret and assess animated films and characters, illustrate movement through drawing, produce materials using basic animation principles, adopt a professional approach to work organisation and production, and ultimately create original, creative solutions to given tasks.
This course will run every Wednesday 11.15am – 3.55pm
The QQI Level 4 Information Technology Skills (4N1125) module is a practical, 10-credit minor award designed especially for beginners and adult learners who want to build foundational confidence using computers and everyday technology. This course breaks down essential computer concepts and terminology into clear, manageable steps—covering everything from hardware and software to managing personal email accounts, searching the internet securely, and formatting professional word documents. Guided by supportive tutors, you will also practice essential day-to-day computing tasks like navigating webmail, file management, and accurate data entry. Assessed via straightforward practical (80%) and theory (20%) examinations, this module requires no previous experience and serves as an ideal stepping stone to improve your everyday digital literacy.
This course will run every Wednesday 6:00pm – 8:00pm.
This module is a dynamic, 15-credit minor award tailored for aspiring creatives looking to enter the fast-paced world of visual communication. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and practices of modern design, diving into core topics like typography, colour theory, page layout, and branding. Through hands-on creative projects, you will learn how to turn abstract ideas into professional, visually compelling designs while gaining practical experience with industry-standard software like the Adobe Create Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Assessed entirely through continuous studio assignments and project briefs, this module is perfect as a standalone skill-building course or as a core mandatory component toward a full Major Award.
This course will run every Monday from 9:00am to 1:15pm.