Art & Design

HNC - North East Scotland College

Course overview

This course will allow you to strengthen your existing artistic skills for progression to further study or employment.

Course description

You will have opportunities to refine a broad range of art and design skills in 2D and 3D areas, with a thorough grounding in research, analysis and concept development using a range of media and techniques. You will also develop an awareness of the historical, contextual and social issues relevant to art and design practice.

If you’re looking for similar courses at Aberdeen City Campus, please see HND Contemporary Art Practice and enquire about the possibility of completing just one year of study, to gain an HNC.

What you will experience

A range of drawing techniques
Contextual studies – both contemporary and historical
Investigative research techniques
Professional presentation skills
2D and 3D media handling skills
Personal and client projects
Cultural and social design

What you will need

A list of materials will be sent to you before the start of the course.

Entry requirements

One Higher in Art & Design and one National 5 pass in English, plus recent examples of art or design work that demonstrate an appropriate skill level

Completion of a relevant SCQF Level 6 course – Art & Design Portfolio Building
For those returning to education, life skills and experience may allow entry.

Learning outcome

HNC Art & Design (SCQF Level 7)

Progression

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.

University

Our university partnerships ensure a smooth progression to further study. Subject to meeting conditions, entry to the following degrees may be possible after completing this course: