Art and Design with Textiles SCQF Level 6
What is special about this course?
Set in the stunning surroundings of the Highlands, you will draw inspiration and gain practical experience in the fields of art & design. Taught by experienced tutors and professional artists in a studio setting, this course is for anyone wishing to explore their own creative practice in art and design.
Through practical experimentation, you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of art and design disciplines including expressive drawing, mixed media, printmaking, surface decoration, printed textile techniques and sketchbook practice.
Gaining technical experience and developing your own personal style, you will develop a portfolio of artwork that showcases your talents and may be used to apply for further study/ to create your own business venture/ or for personal satisfaction and achievement. The course culminates in an end of year exhibition given students a platform to share their work with the public.
See student work at our Creative Student Showcase 2022
Entry requirements
This course is open to anyone wishing to gain a formal introduction to drawing skills. The course is suitable for beginners, or those with limited experience of art and design study, looking to enter further education at an introductory level, or looking to study for leisure. It is also suitable for those returning to college after an absence from study or those wishing to develop a portfolio for application to higher FE level / HE level study.
- Expressive drawing
- Exploratory media handling
- Sketchbook development
- Contextual studies
- Surface decoration - including printmaking
- Textile exploration - introductory
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
How long will my course last?
34 WeeksFort William Friday 9.30am – 3.30pm
How will I be assessed?
Continuous practical assessment
Where can I study my course?
- Fort William
Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.
Start date
September 2023
Fees
Course cost: £270 plus £25 studio fee prior to course starting, this covers basic materials which can be supplemented as desired.
Funding
Funding may be available for this course. Please contact admissions.whc@uhi.ac.uk for current information.
What can I do on completion of my course?
This course provides good progression routes for further study in art and design sectors, working towards being a professional artist as well as the development of a portfolio for application to higher FE and HE level study including the HNC/D Textiles at West Highland College in Fort William, or the Contemporary Art Practice HNC in Portree.
Is there more information available online?
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Apply for Art and Design with Textiles SCQF Level 6
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI West Highland. Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI West Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.