Overview
Arts Practice HND (Part time)The two year HND programme in Art Practice is a follow on from the HNC course and will allow you to explore your arts practice with an emphasis on developing a personal visual language in paint, drawing, sculpture or interdisciplinary approach to making art. In addition you will develop methodologies for idea generation within an art context. The course will also introduce you to the philosophy and sociology of art. Art theory and contextual studies are delivered alongside your practical work. The course is run by art practitioners in studios in the purpose built South Bank Arts Centre. There is an emphasis on professional practice through live projects. This is a well-recognised course for the quality of teaching, collaborations and exhibitions. Our students also show their art work at the end of year exhibitions in the South Bank Arts Centre and get the opportunity to visit galleries at home and abroad in places such as Berlin, Amsterdam or New York.
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In order to begin this course you will need a Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, UAL Level 3 Art and Design, or A-Level Art and Design.
Other requirements:
Portfolio of Art and Design work.
Essential:
Level 3 qualifications in an Art and Design subject.
Desirable:
A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Mature students will be considered individually on experience rather than qualifications. Entry will also be subject to a successful interview, where you will be asked to present a portfolio of your creative work, including sketchbooks.
Compulsory units:
- Drawing in Fine Art
- Developing a Fine Art Language
- Developing a Fine Art Identity
- Historical/Contextual Referencing
- Critical Study
- Visual Arts Professional Practice
You will choose ten optional units from the following:
- Materials & Processes in Fine Art
- Curating/Taking Part in Exhibitions
- Painting
- Fine Art Printmaking
- Fine Art Photography
- Fine Art Sculpture
- Drawing: Personal Development
- Lens-Based Recording Techniques
- Presenting & Exhibiting Artwork
- Specialist Studio Practice
- Digital Imaging
- Installation/Site Specific Artwork
You will be set a variety of projects which encourage you to address and interpret various themes. You will also develop personally generated projects and undertake professional practice activities, such as curating group shows and workshops with schools. Assessments are in the form of peer and tutor assessment, and self-evaluation.
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Art and Design (Art Practice)
On successful completion of the HND you will have the option to top up the qualification to a full Bachelor’s degree at university or enter employment. Some relates jobs include: Art Practitioner, Illustrator, Gallery Curator, Conservation and much more.
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Find out moreIf you decide to pay for your course yourself, we also offer an affordable Direct Debit instalments option to help spread the cost of tuition fees (terms apply).
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