Art courses in Ireland

DFEi run this one year, full-time, Furniture Design and Making course. DFEi has a long history of providing further education and training courses aimed at students who want to work in the furniture industry. Students develop essential craftsman’s skills to assist them in gaining employment in this industry. In Year 1, students will be introduced…

Overview Course Duration One Year Full-time Leads to NFQ Level 5 QQI Award in Creative Media This introductory course prepares students with little or no experience for a third level course in animation production. This course, taught by industry professionals, blends the practical and the creative. With a dual focus on drawing and computer skills,…

Operated in conjunction with SOLAS, each course is of 10 weeks’ duration. The aim of this course is to equip apprentices with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to work to the highest standard in this trade. Carpenters and joiners are required to prepare, build and install a wide range of wood products including…

This course is designed to help learners develop their skills in drawing, painting, 3D studies and life drawing, using a variety of media and materials including monoprint, pastels, charcoal etc. The course content is structured to cover many aspects of art, craft and design. While preparing a high quality portfolio, learners will also have the…

Course Duration One Year Full-time Leads to NFQ Level 5 QQI Award in Art This well-established and successful course is designed to enable our students to develop good drawing and design skills and knowledge of a wide range of other media and techniques. We emphasise the importance of an individual approach to study through a…

Our partnered BA in Animation is available on a full-time basis over a three-year period and is taught on campus at Pulse College. The course will introduce you to valuable professional workflows and teach you everything from the basics of animation, 2-D animation techniques, through to full 3-D modelling.

Our Art and Design foundation course introduces the learner to a broad range of areas in the discipline of Art & Design. It is an interdisciplinary programme of study over one academic year that encourages exploration and experiment with different art and design disciplines & media. The purpose of of this award is to equip…

This course is an opportunity for those who wish to further their interest and learn new skills in the creative arts such as drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media. It is anexciting and creative course suitable for all learners to experience a creative environment in which to work. COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT Drawing Design Skills Communications Printmaking…

Start your career blooming with this one year course in Professional Floristry. Students will develop the necessary skills to design, create and arrange floral and plant displays for interior environments and special occasions.

Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute provides this Furniture Design and Making course. DFEi has a long history of providing further education and training courses aimed at students who want to work in the furniture industry. Students develop essential craftsman’s skills to assist them in gaining employment in this industry. In Year 1 students will be…

This one-year course/programme aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to work effectively in the areas of design, carpentry, joinery and the construction industry. COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT Design Skills Work Experience Drawing Wood Finishing Furniture Making Wood Turning Communications

This exciting course introduces students to the wide-ranging discipline of Illustration and helps them gain an improved understanding of the possibilities of image-making. Through a series of studio-based projects, lectures and excursions students gain the confidence to explore their work on a practical level and the skills to construct appropriate work to form a strong…

Student at this course will be introduced to the fundamentals of making and repairing stringed and fretted musical instruments, both acoustic and electric. Students will make their own musical instrument for example a mandolin or a guitar. They will also learn specialist hand and machine craft skills in order to develop their creative abilities in…

Give your career maximum exposure by completing this one year course in Photography. Ideally, applicants should be familiar with photographic processing and printing. During this course students will develop the necessary skills to prepare a quality portfolio for entry to third level colleges or for direct employment.

Developments in layout and design, internet technologies and mobile phone applications and advancements have created a huge demand for visual arts professionals with a high level of new skills and creative, artistic, commercial and communications talents. The aim of this Level 6 Photography course is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the…

Established over 15 years, the Photography course has a well-earned reputation for producing high quality graduates. Designed to provide an exciting and comprehensive introduction to those with a serious interest in Photography, it will help to increase each students knowledge and confidence as a photographer. Throughout the course students will investigate various aspects of Digital…