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Art and Design
Bachelor of Arts
Course Details
| Course Code | GA_ARTPG_B07 |
|---|---|
| Level | 7 |
| Duration | 6 years |
| Credits | 180 |
| Method of Delivery | Blended |
| Campus Locations | Galway City – Wellpark Road |
| Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
This programme is designed to provide an opportunity for people who may have prior commitments preventing them from committing to full-time education, to engage in the study of Fine Art, on a part-time basis.
This highly regarded creative programme offers students the opportunity to engage in formal learning in a supportive environment.
Students from this programme form strong social networks that in turn creates a positive learning experience for each other. It also provides an opportunity for learners to experience art education in a supportive and professional environment.
Programme delivery
This 6-year, part-time programme is delivered by blended learning and students will be required to attend the campus at ATU Galway City, Wellpark Road one day per week.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
Students are required to attend the campus at ATU Galway City, Wellpark Road one day per week.
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Entry Requirements
An aptitude for art and design as evidenced by a sample of work submitted. A selection of 10-15 images including drawings, colour studies, paintings and contact details should be submitted to breda.mulry@atu.ie
Upon receipt of your application, a member of staff will contact you to discuss your interest in the course.
The minimum entry requirements are a Grade O6/H7 or better in five Leaving Certificate subjects including English or Irish and Mathematics with a minimum of 160 points. Equivalent qualifications and scores from other countries will be assessed and scored by the University.
A Pass in any QQI FET Major Award at level 5 or 6.
A Pass in a QQI FET Foundation Certificate, the NUIG/GMIT Foundation Certificate or any Foundation Certificate delivered by the regional cluster (ATU or NUIG).
Mature Applicants
Applications from mature applicants (aged 23 on or before 1st January of the course commencement year) are welcomed by ATU. A quota of places is reserved for mature applicants.
These applicants do not have to meet the Leaving Certificate entry requirements and are considered on an individual basis (previous education, work experience, and demonstration of ability and competence to undertake the programme) and will be invited for interview.
They must display an aptitude for art and design as evidenced by a sample of work submitted.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements will be as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code. The current requirements are as follows:
Non-EU applicants who are not English speakers must have a minimum score of 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each component) in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent. All results must have been achieved within 2 years of application to ATU.
EU applicants who are not English speakers are recommended to have a minimum score of 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each component) in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent.
Recognition of Prior Learning ATU is committed to the principles of transparency, equity and fairness in recognition of prior learning (RPL) and to the principle of valuing all learning, regardless of the mode or place of its acquisition. Recognition of Prior Learning may be used to:
(i) Gain access or advanced entry to a programme at Stage 2 or higher, subject to available places.
(ii) Gain credits and exemptions from programme modules after admission.
(iii) In award years RPL will be considered, to a 50% maximum (30 credits).
Academic Code of Practice No. 6 outlines the policies and procedures for the Recognition of Prior Learning. Guidance for applicants is provided on www.myexperience.ie
Selection
Applicants will be offered places in decreasing order of performance until all available places are exhausted following the initial application deadline. Thereafter, if additional places remain unfilled, offers will be made to eligible applications until all places are filled. A minimum of 5% of places are reserved for mature applicants.
Careers
Job opportunities may include the following:
- Painter
- Curator
- Illustrator
- Art Critic
- Gallery Administration
- Blogger
- Storyboard Artist
Further Information
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for people who may have prior commitments preventing them from committing to full-time education, seeking to engage in the study of Fine Art.
Contact Information
School of Design & Creative Arts
T: +353 (0) 91 770661
Breda Mulry
Administration
T: +353 (0) 91 745418
Department
Creative Arts & Media
