Explore Your Creativity Through Pottery, Jewellery, Sculpture, and More
This one-year, full-time Art, Craft, and Design course is ideal for anyone with a passion for creativity—whether you're a beginner or looking to further develop your skills in the visual arts. The course provides a supportive and inclusive environment where learners of all backgrounds can explore their artistic potential through hands-on experience in a wide range of media and techniques.
No prior experience needed—just an interest in creative arts and crafts.
Learn from experienced tutors who are also practicing artists and makers.
Build a versatile portfolio to support further education or creative career opportunities.
Gain confidence in design principles, creative thinking, and craft techniques.
Throughout the course, you’ll be introduced to foundational skills in design, drawing, metalcraft (jewellery-making), ceramics (pottery), sculpture, and mixed media. You’ll work with a diverse array of materials including clay, metals, fabrics, paper, paint, and both natural and recycled objects—encouraging experimentation and self-expression.
| Course Location | Raheny, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Art |
| Course Duration | 1year |
| Course Fee | 50 |
| Entry Requirements | Entry Requirements Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, mature students very welcome. |
| Career Path | Certification Certificate in Art, Craft and Design QQI Level 5 (5M1984) Progression Students who have completed this course may progress through the CAO Students wishing to set up their own business can progress to the Entrepeneurship course in Colaiste Dhulaigh CFE Some of our past students have set up studio practices with other students from the course. Can progress onto a number of level 6 courses in the college. |
| Course Code | 5M1984 |
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