BA Fine Art - Level 1

Level

Certificate of Higher Education in Fine Art (CertHE)

Entry Requirements

All applicants will be required to submit a portfolio of work demonstrating their ability to cope with the demands of the course and preparedness for study at Higher Education level.

The standard requirement for admission to the Cert HE are:

• A minimum of 3 Higher grade passes, one of which is preferably English
• Or the equivalent gained from systems of Education outwith Scotland
• Or a recognised Access programme
  

Duration & Mode

1 Year Full-Time, Part-Time (Flexible)
September to May

Description

This innovative one-year course gives students the opportunity to work in the distinctive environment of the Outer Hebrides. The Island of North Uist has a wealth of different landscapes, moors, mountains and a spectacular coastline. It also has evidence of layers of history and archaeology.

The BA Fine Art (Level 1) is offered through the University of the Highlands and Islands by Lews Castle College. The course is taught in academic partnership with Moray College in Elgin.

Designed over a two semester academic year, the course comprises of 8 core single modules, covering the basic Fine Art disciplines. The course runs for 16 hours tutor contact time per week with a studio day providing space and time for further study. Introducing and nurturing an understanding of the creative process along with the acquisition of relevant skills is central to the focus of the teaching. Progression is possible to Level 2 (Diploma in HE) in Fine Art at Moray College or to other major art institutions

The Course is delivered at the vibrant Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Art Centre in Lochmaddy, North Uist. Taigh Chearsabhagh provides a stimulating creative environment where students benefit from an extensive exhibition programme, contact from visiting artists and workshops.

Course Programme:

The environmental focus of this programme will examine:

• The physical landscape of the island
• The use of materials as well as the elements of wind, water, and light
• Man's intervention and place within the environment.

It will teach traditional skills and introduce contemporary technology. The processes of investigation and making a personal creative response will be encouraged. Students will gain confidence in critical analysis, both of their own work and others. The delivery is organized into blocks of four weeks, allowing for an in-depth study of media. However it is expected that there will be a continuity of subject matter and cross-referencing between disciplines. The studio day will encourage self-sustained work and personal progression. Throughout the year there will be a weekly figure and life drawing class. Complimenting practical work, is a Historical and Critical analysis unit, where presentations and seminar discussions cover a range of topics. Visiting tutors, all experts in their fields, provide an exciting range of approaches to elements of the programme.

Entry to year 2 BA fine art may be possible on production of a portfolio and successful completion of a bridging course.

What students have said:

"The course offers an opportunity to try various media and work at different scales, with as much help and encouragement one could wish for"

"There is a chance to think about art, look at artists work….reconnect with the process of making art"

Location: Taigh Chearsabhagh (Lochmaddy, North Uist)

Course Code: UW100
 

Progression

BA Fine Art (Level 2)

Campus

Taigh Chearsabhagh (Lochmaddy, North Uist)