Visual Art & Design

Courses

Art and Design with Portfolio

Art 5M1985

Animation Level 5

One-year, foundation.
QQI 5M1985
Level 5

HND in The Animation Industry

Two-year, advanced.
Higher National Diploma
Level 6

Graphic Design with Digital Media

Graphic Design 5M1995

Architectural Technology and Design

Computer Aided Design 5M1940

Art and Design with Portfolio

Art 5M1985

Course Content:

The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:

Drawing
Painting
Communications
Combined Materials
Sculpture
Work Experience
Design Skills
Embroidery

WHAT IS AN ART AND DESIGN WITH PORTFOLIO COURSE?

This is a portfolio preparation and general art course for students who wish to gain entry to a third level art college in Ireland or abroad.

The emphasis will be placed on the preparation of a balanced portfolio as well as developing skills in the art, craft and design areas.

The portfolio, showing the student’s individual sense of design and pattern, can use a wide variety of the modules covered on the course as well as the student’s own interpretation of colour and design.

Depending on the combination of modules a student can achieve a qualification in Fine Art or Design/2D. This course had 100% progression in 2021 and 2022.

CERTIFICATION

Level 5 Art 5M1985

This course had 100% progression in both 2021 and 2022.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may pursue an art diploma or degree in NCAD, TU Dublin, IADT, Technological University of the Shannon, Limerick and Athlone, South East Technological University Carlow, Atlantic Technological University Sligo and Galway/Mayo, Munster Technological University Cork, UCC, Dun Laoghaire, Marino Institute of Education, Marino College, Ulster University.

They can also access level 7/8 courses in other areas in many of the Technological Universities around the

country. Alternatively, a graduate may seek immediate employment in a range of art, design, craft or community arts type projects. Many students progress to QQI Level 6 or Higher National Diploma and degree programmes in

Graphic Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design and so on.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification

All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.

Apply directly using the button below.

EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:

TU Dublin Grangegorman: TU974 Fine Art (Level 8, 4 Years)

IADT: DL 827 Art (Level 8, 4, Years)

NCAD: AD 101 First Year Art and Design (Level 8, 4 Years)

TUS Limerick: US801 Art and Design Teacher Education (Level 8, 4 Years)

TUS Limerick: US800 Art and Design (Common Entry) (Level 8, 4 Years)

Ulster University: W232 Textile Art, Design and Fashion (Level 8, 3 Years)

For information on fees, please see our Fees page

Animation

Animation 5M1985

This course page is for our one-year QQI Level 5 foundation course in Animation. For our two-year Higher National Diploma in Animation portfolio course (Level 6), click here.

Course Content:

The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:

Animation Layout Design
Design Skills
Animation Drawing Studies
Animation
Painting
Drawing
Sculpture
Communications
Work Experience
Figure Studies

WHAT IS ANIMATION?

Students who wish to learn the fundamentals of creation for 2D animated productions, will enjoy the practical and creative elements of this course.

Students will gain skills around character design, animation and creative development through specialist software. Focusing on both drawing and computer skills, students will understand what is required to develop a complete and successful portfolio.

CERTIFICATION

QQI Level 5 in Art 5M1985

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the Art QQI Award can progress to the Higher National Diploma in Animation at Dunboyne College. Many degree courses are also available to progress to, including; Animation, Art, Film and Television,

Graphic Design, Illustration and Production. These can be accessed at several universities and technological universities or private college such as TU Dublin, Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone and Limerick, Munster Technological University, Tralee, Atlantic Technological University, Letterkenny, IADT, NCAD, DCU, Maynooth University and Ulster University.

There are several courses at QQI Level 6 or HND that students can access. Many graduates seek direct employment within the sector.

For further information please visit https:// animationireland.com/studios/

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification

All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.

Apply directly using the button below.

EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:

Dunboyne College: HND Animation (Level 6, 2 Years)

IATD: DL832 Animation (Level 8, 4 years)

TUS Athlone: US802 Animation and Illustration (Level 8, 4 Years)

TUS Limerick: US805 Digital Animation Production (Level 8, 4 Years)

Griffith College: AM-BA Animation (Level 7, 3 Years) ATU Letterkenny: AU231 Animation (Level 7, 3 Years) Ulster University: WW26 Animation (Level 8, 3 Years) IADT: DL847 3D Animation (Level 8, 4 Years)

For information on fees, please see our Fees page

HND in The Animation Industry

Two-year, advanced. Higher National Diploma Level 6

COURSE CONTENT

YEAR 1 DESCRIPTION

In the first year of our course, you will learn the principles of 2D animation, such as, timing, spacing, squash and stretch, anticipation and exaggeration. You will practice character animation, using both digital and traditional tools and develop your own style and personality. You will also improve your drawing skills, with a focus on life drawing for animation and learn how to use anatomy, gesture and expression to convey emotion and movement.

You will also learn how to design and model your own characters and environments for animation, using industry standard software. You will learn how to create layouts and storyboards that communicate your vision and narrative effectively. You will also learn how to write scripts for animation, using dialogue, action and structure to craft compelling stories. Finally, you will learn about the history and styles of animation, from the pioneers of the medium to the current industry leaders and discover how animation has evolved over time and across cultures.

By the end of the first year of our course, you will have a solid foundation in 2D animation, a portfolio of your own work and a passion for the art form. You will be ready to take on more advanced modules in the second year of our course, where you will explore 3D animation, visual effects, game design and more.

YEAR 1 MODULES

The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change:

Principles of 2D Animation
Character Animation
Life Drawing for Animation
Design and Modelling for Animation
Layout and Storyboarding
Script Writing for Animation
History and Styles of Animation

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or;
QQI level 5 major award;
Mature Students or;
Other equivalent qualifications

Additional entry requirements may apply.

All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.

YEAR 2 DESCRIPTION

In the second year of our course, you will build on the foundation you acquired in the first year and learn advanced skills and techniques in 2D and 3D animation. You will enhance your character animation skills, using industry standard software and learn how to create realistic and expressive movements and emotions. You will also improve your life drawing skills, with a focus on anatomy, perspective and composition and learn how to apply them to your animation work.

You will also learn how to create advanced 2D and 3D models for animation. You will learn how to create detailed and realistic textures, lighting and shading for your models. You will also learn how to create advanced layouts and designs for animation. You will learn how to edit, composite and render your animation projects.

You will also gain production practice in animation, working on group projects that simulate real-world scenarios. You will learn how to plan, manage and execute your animation projects, from pre-production to post-production. You will also learn how to pitch, present and market your animation

work. Finally, you will learn how to develop your own concept design for animation using industry-standard software. You will learn how to generate ideas, research and develop your own style and vision for animation.

By the end of the second year of our course, you will have advanced skills in 2D and 3D animation, a portfolio of professional-quality work and a creative identity as an animator. You will be ready to take on more challenging modules in the second year of our course, where you will specialise in your chosen area of animation.

YEAR 2 MODULES

The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change:

Advanced Character Animation
Advanced Life Drawing for Animation
Advanced 2D and 3D Modelling for Animation
Advanced Layout and Design
Production Practice
Concept Design for Animation
Storyboarding and Editing for Animation

CERTIFICATION

YEAR 1: Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in The Animation Industry
YEAR 2: Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in The Animation Industry

EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:

For information on fees, please see our Fees page

Graphic Design with Digital Media

Graphic Design 5M1995

Course Content:

The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:

Design Skills
Work Experience
Communications
Digital Photography
Graphic Design Skills
Image Processing
Drawing
Computer Illustration Graphics
Illustration

WHAT IS GRAPHIC DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA?

This one-year course aims to offer students an introduction to the world of graphic design and digital media, which is one of the fastest growing areas in the industry.
Graphic design is a means of communication, as well as, self-expression. It is about communicating visually in order to inform, educate, entertain or persuade.

Project work allows students to combine these essential skills with professional standard multimedia to explore logo design, concept development, image and much more.

This course will provide the introduction to careers in the graphic design and digital media industry but will also provide an important stepping-stone to third level courses leading to exciting careers in the computer design area.

CERTIFICATION

Level 5 Graphic Design 5M1995

Future Opportunities

There are many opportunities for employment
in areas like graphic designer, illustrator, visual merchandiser, freelance designer or web designer.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

There are now a large number of places in computer courses in universities and many technological universities for graduates who hold a QQI qualification in Creative Media or Information Technology. Students can also progress to Media Studies in Maynooth University or First Arts where there are over 175 places available for QQI entrants. There are also places in UCC, TU Dublin, South East Technological University Waterford, Carlow and at Atlantic Technological University, Letterkenny.

There are many opportunities for employment in areas like web design, multimedia production, computer game production, advertising and so on. There are also many further study opportunities in QQI Level 6 courses and in programmes that lead to advanced entry to universities in the UK.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Leaving Cert or LCA
Mature students of all backgrounds
Other equivalent qualification

All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications.

Apply directly using the button below.

EXAMPLES OF HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRESSION:

TU Dublin Blanchardstown: TU981 Creative Digital Media (Level 8, 4 Years)

DCU: DC133 Multimedia (Level 8, 4 Years)

DCU: DC241 Digital Business and Innovation (Level 8, 4 Year)

DKIT: DK863 Creative Media (Level 8, 4 Years)

IADT: DL836 Creative Computing (Level 8, 4 Years)

DCU: DC131 Communications Studies (Level 8, 3 Years)

DCU: DC291 Arts (Joint Honours) Media Studies (Level 8, 3-4 Years)

Maynooth University: MH101 Arts (Joint Honours) Media and Cultural Studies (Level 8, 3 Years)

SETU Waterford: SE611 Multi Media Application Development (Level 7, 3 Years)

IATD: DL826 Graphic Design (Level 8, 4 Years)

TUS Midlands: US700 Graphic Design (Level 7, 3 Years)

ATU Donegal: AU233 Graphic Design and Illustration (Level 7, 3 years)

NCAD: AD102 Graphic Design and Moving Image Design (Level 8, 4 years)

For information on fees, please see our Fees page

Architectural Technology and Design

Computer Aided Design 5M1940

Course Content:

The following modules are subject to change due to availability and demand:

Architectural Drawing
Computer Aided Draughting (2D)
Computer Illustrated Graphics
Word Processing
Design Skills
Mathematics
Combined Materials
Communications
Work Experience

WHAT IS ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN?

This one-year course is designed to provide students with the valuable skills needed to work in the architecture
and design sectors or to progress to third level options. Students will gain a firm foundation in Computer Aided Design (CAD), which is used to create graphics and make calculations needed in the production of drawings, three- dimensional simulations, models and other design work.

Students will be given the opportunity to prepare a portfolio in architecture or architectural technology to further aid their progression. Students will gain skills in the areas of building design and sustainability.

CERTIFICATION

Level 5 in Computer Aided Design 5M1940

Future Opportunities

Graduates of this course can progress onto the Post Primary Teacher – Technology, Graphics and Engineering Level 8 degree in DCU.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may pursue degree courses such as Architectural Technology or Architecture at TU Dublin South East Technological University, Waterford and Carlow, Atlantic Technological University, Sligo and Galway Mayo, Technological University of the Shannon, Limerick.

Graduates may also progress onto many other degrees at level 7 and level 8 in universities and technological universities or private colleges around the country, along with, progression options to the UK.

Alternatively, students may progress directly into employment.