Who is the Course For?
The course is designed for people who wish to learn the practical skills to allow them to work in the Interior Decoration industry.

Entry Requirements
Applicants require a minimum of 4 Standard Grades at 3 or 4, one of which should be English. Applicants with a mature attitude who are seeking a change in career are welcome and are assessed on an individual basis by interview.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks, six sessions per week.
SCQF level for this course is Level 4/5
Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Colour: An Introduction
Introduction to Interior Design: Interior Planning
Machine and Hand Sewing for Soft Furnishings
Materials for Soft Furnishings
Fabric Craft: Fabric Painting
Introduction to Decorative Skills
Traditional Upholstery Prep
Display Practice
Practical Fabric Skills
Materials for Upholstery
Fabric Craft Batik
Soft Furnishings: Window Dressing
Decorative Trims and Fittings for Upholstery
Traditional Upholstery Finishings
Design in Context
Art and Design: Introduction to Surface Decoration Int 2
Interior Planning and Basic Design Principles
Communication and IT

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
Students can progress to higher level HNC/ HND courses or many students choose to become self-employed using the skills learned on the course.

Who is this Course For?
The course is designed for people wishing to develop the basic skills that are required to work in an art and design environment. It also provides the opportunity to generate a portfolio for entry to higher-level courses.

Entry Requirements
Applicants require a minimum of 4 Standard Grades at 3 or 4, two of which should be Art and English. Applicants with a mature attitude are welcome and are assessed on an individual basis by interview. Some evidence of sound drawing skills are required.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. The students develop work from specific briefs and create a portfolio that will be useful for career opportunities. The course allows the opportunity to participate in a foreign study trip and gallery visits.
SCQF level for this course is Level 5/6
Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Drawing Skills : Line and Tone Techniques 1
Drawing Skills : Analytical Drawing 2
Desktop Publishing Int 2
Colour : An Introduction
Introduction to Painting
Expressive Activity (Higher)
Drawing Life Skills : Figure/Life
Information Technology
Two Dimensional Display :
The Design Process
Art and Design Studies
Two Dimensional Design : Design for Print
Design Studies : Life Drawing
Graphic Design : Children’s Book Illustration
Jewellery Designs :Non-Precious Materials
Art and Design : Introduction to Surface Decoration
Core Skills : Numeracy & Communication Int 2

Job Opportunties and Progression Routes
On successful completion, students progress to the HNC/D Art and Illustration: Visual Communication or degree courses. Job opportunities include design assistant or design technician.

Who is the Course For?
This course is for people who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in aspects of both fine art and design. It provides the opportunity to produce a broad-based portfolio for entry to degree level courses or employment.

Entry Requirements
HNC applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above, preferably Art and English or a National Certificate in a relevant subject. Applicants will be required to submit a portfolio of artwork. Applicants with a mature attitude who are seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis by interview.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks per year. A work placement is an integral part of both the HNC and HND courses. The course also allows the opportunity to participate in a foreign study trip.
SCQF level for this course is Level 7/8
Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Visual Communication an Introduction
Digital Imaging
Art and Design Context
Art and Design Project
Creative Industries: An Introduction
Visual Communication: Graded Unit
Employment/Work Experience
Life Drawing
Mixed Media
Art & Design: Creative Process
Developmental Drawing
Illustration
Printmaking and Producing Print
Portfolio Production

Job Opportunties and Progression Routes
On successful completion of the course, learners can progress to HND or degree level courses. Areas of employment can be found within design studios, printers or self-employment as artists or designers.

Who is the Course For?
The course is designed for people who have successfully completed an HNC Visual Communication in the field of Art and Illustration, and are keen to progress their qualification to the next level.

Entry Requirements
Successful completion of HNC Visual Communication in Art and Illustration.

How will I Study?
Over a period of 36 weeks, you will be required to attend classes and tutorials which will develop your skills in the field of Art & Illustration. Workshop-based projects are the foundation of this level of qualification.
SCQF level for this course is Level 8
Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Digital Imaging Project
Creative Project for Artists and Designers
Design Production
Working in the Creative Industries 2
Visual Communication: Graded Unit 2
Mixed Media Portfolio
Developmental Drawing Portfolio
Illustration Project
Life Drawing Portfolio
Observational Drawing Portfolio
Printmaking in Multiple Layers
Photography: An Introduction
Employment Experience 2

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
On successful completion of the course, learners can progress to degree courses in Art & Design. Employment opportunities will include positions such as designer, artist, illustrator or choose self-employment as an option.

Who is the Course For?
The course is designed for people wishing to develop the basic skills that are required to work in the field of graphic design. It also provides the opportunity to produce a broad-based portfolio for entry to degree level courses or employment.

Entry Requirements
HNC applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above, preferably Art and English or a National Certificate in a relevant subject. Applicants will be required to submit a portfolio of artwork. Applicants with a mature attitude who are seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis by interview.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. The students develop work from specific briefs and create a portfolio that will be useful for career opportunities. The course allows students the opportunity to participate in a foreign study trip and gallery visits.
SCQF level for this course is Level 7/8
Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Visual Communication an Introduction
Digital Imaging
Art and Design Context
Art and Design Project
Creative Industries: An Introduction
Visual Communication: Graded Unit
Employment/Work Experience
Desktop Publishing and Layout
Communication
Art & Design: Creative Process
Typography
Graphic Design
Web Design: An Introduction

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
On successful completion of the course, learners can progress to HND or to degree level programmes. Employment can be found within graphic design studios or self-employment as a Graphic Designer.

Who is the Course For?
The course is designed for people who have successfully completed an HNC Visual Communication in the field of Graphic Design, and are keen to progress their qualification to the next level.

Entry Requirements
Successful completion of HNC Visual Communication in Graphic Design.

How will I Study?
Over a period of 36 weeks, you will be required to attend classes and tutorials which will develop your skills in the field of Graphic Design. Workshop-based projects are the foundation of this level of qualification.
SCQF level for this course is Level 8
Attendance 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Digital Imaging Project
Creative Project for Artists and Designers
Design
Working in the Creative Industries 2
Visual Communication: Graded Unit 2
Typography Project
Graphic Design Project
Desktop Publishing & Layout Project
Graphic Design: Three Dimensional Project
Employment Experience 2
Client Initiated Design Project

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
On successful completion of the course, students can progress to degree programmes in Graphic Design. Employment opportunities can be found in Graphic Design studios or many students choose to pursue a career as a freelance designer.