Art and Design
Contemporary Art Practice HND
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 8
Study mode Full time
Duration 41 weeks
Start date
Aug 2023
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Course overview
Contemporary Art Practice HND is an innovative course designed to nurture your creative potential and build your knowledge in the arts industry. This course will prepare you for a successful career as a visual artist. You will immerse yourself in subjects on 2D, 3D and fine art using cutting-edge technology. Upon successful completion, you are guaranteed entry into BA (Hons) Fine Art at the University of Cumbria where you will develop your fine art skills and knowledge even further.
Discover the rich history of arts and delve into modern teachings in drawing, visual thinking, life drawing, painting, printmaking, conceptual development, sculpture and digital media. You will use the Edinburgh College school of art studios and Mac laboratories to gain hands-on experience in the arts industry. You will be given your very own studio space at the beginning of the course to design, develop and create. You will respond to a range of creative project briefs designed to challenge, stimulate and inspire you and receive guest lectures from visiting artists.
Student-led gallery at our Granton Campus HubCap https://vimeo.com/392178500
Edinburgh is a creative hub and it is a gift to study art and design in such a cultured city. HND students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in prestigious galleries for the general public, industry professionals and future colleagues to view.
What you will learn
- Developmental Drawing
- Contemporary 2D Practice
- Contemporary 3D Practice
- Conceptual Processes
- Digital Art Form
How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed by portfolio submissions throughout the year
Entry requirements
- Year one: Two Highers or University of Arts London (UAL) Level 2/3 or Foundation Diploma or SQA NC at SCQF Level 6
- Year two: Pass all 15 credits available at HNC Level
- You must submit a portfolio that demonstrates your advanced art and design skills and an understanding of the creative process
- Adult learners with relevant employment/life experience/skills will be considered for entry to this course.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- All applicants for this course are required to submit a Digital Portfolio and will be invited to a portfolio review session.
- Specific information on Digital Portfolios and review Sessions for the course you have applied for will be sent to you after you submit your online application form.
- For more information and advice on your portfolio please read the Art and Design Application and Portfolio Guide This includes advice on the content, formatting and size of your portfolio but also information on the portfolio review process, what to do if you don’t have a portfolio and the support available for Teachers supporting School pupils preparing portfolios for Art and Design courses.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
Recognised entry to second and third-year Scottish 4-year Degrees, for example
- DJCAD
- ECA Second-year entry
- Grays School of Art
- GSA
- HWU
- Napier and Abertay
- Recognised second-year entry to R.U.K 3 year Degrees
- BA (Hons) Contemporary Art Practice, year 3 entry at the University of Highlands and Islands
Career options
- Artist
- Arts educator
- Painter
- Printmaker
- Conceptual artist
- Gallery curator
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Full time | 28/08/23 | 41 Weeks |
