Overview
Fine Art HNC (Part time)The Pearson BTEC HNC Fine Art course aims to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of clients and employers in the Fine Art sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance career prospects.
Higher Education at Tresham is taught by Art & Design specialist practitioners, with extensive vocational and academic experience. Flexibility of the full and part time courses allow students to manage work and family commitments alongside study requirements. In addition, competitive course fees and additional supporting bursaries enable more accessible learning.
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Entry requirements
Essential:
- Portfolio of Fine Art work
- A written artist statement (details prior to interview)
- Good command of written and spoken English (qualifying ESOL study students welcome)
Desirable:
- Broader understanding and awareness of Fine Art practices (desirable)
What qualification will I gain?
Fine Art (Level 4) BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC).
How will I be assessed?
Continuous assessment though-out the year with two graded summative assessments of practical and written evidence and three ungraded formative assessments.
Group and 1 to 1 tutorials support assessment and student development, throughout the year.
Course content
What will I study?
HNC (Level 4) YEAR 1
Module A: Process & Practice
Year 1: Module A1 Concept & Development
Year 2: Module A2 Creative Project
Next steps
Course progression:
HND High National Diploma Fine Art at Tresham (Year 2) UON BA Hons Fine Art Top Up at Tresham or University of Northampton campus, leading to Master Degree and PHD.
A wide range of specialist degree courses within the Fine Art umbrella.
Career progression:
Employed / Freelance – Practising Fine Artist, Teacher/Lecturer, Curator, Illustrator, Theatre Set Artist, Artist is Residence, Artists Assistant and Critic.
Additional information
Some specialist art supplies maybe required dependent on student specialisms. Trips are planned throughout the year and these are dependent on availability of relevant exhibitions.
There are usually four gallery visits a year. It is suggested that students should budget £20 for college coach trips and additional funding for independent travel.
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Funding Information
You could be eligible to take out a loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees. Click on the link below to find out more about the financial support available for our Higher Education courses.
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).
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
