Art with Animation Studies
QQI Level 5 Cerificate in Art (5M1985)
Programme Coordinator: Vincent Andrews
Course Code: AA5
Programme Description:
This is a one year, full-time programme that introduces students to the world of Animation. Based on a solid foundation of Fine Art, students experience character development and storyboarding with an emphasis on traditional drawn animation.
Component Awards:
Animation Drawing Studies (5N1830)
Animation Layout Design (5N1552)
Drawing (5N1862)
Painting (5N1302)
Sculpture (5N1918)
Printmaking (5N1373)
Problem Solving (5N1615)
Work Experience (5N1356)
Photographic Techniques (5N1538)
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent.
- Successful completion of an interview.
- Applicants will be asked to present a portfolio of work samples at interview.
- Mature applicants are welcome.
Progression:
- A range of programmes at further and higher level institutions.
- Various progression prospects in the fields of animation, game design, illustration, fine art, creative mulitmedia, visual communication, photography, visual arts teaching and art therapy.
- Progression to the Fine Art Level 6 programme at Ormonde College of Further Education.
Costs:
Approximately €250 to cover the costs of equipment, materials and examination fees.
Note:
Successful applicants will be required to have access to an SLR camera in order to participate in the Photographic Techniques modules.