Level 2 Certificate Creative Craft - Ceramics
Subject Area
Art & Design, Fashion & Creative Crafts
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Part Time
Course Type
Adult Further Education
What is the course about?
This part-time adult course is designed for those who want to continue developing their ceramics skills, building on the foundations established at level 1. As you progress, you’ll have the opportunity to specialise in specific areas of ceramics, allowing for greater creative freedom and the chance to produce more personal and expressive work.
You’ll continue to develop the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed for success in ceramics. The course will support your progression, whether you aim to move on to further study or explore career opportunities within the creative industries.
Why should I choose the course?
This course is perfect if you’re ready to take your ceramics skills to the next level and begin developing your own artistic voice. Building on the foundations of the level 1 qualification, it offers the chance to specialise in areas that interest you most, giving you greater creative freedom and the opportunity to produce more personal, expressive work.
You’ll learn in a supportive environment with expert guidance, using industry-relevant techniques and materials. Whether your goal is further education or a career in the creative industries, this course will equip you with the confidence, knowledge, and practical skills needed to take that next step.
What will I learn?
You will build upon your existing skills, exploring various ceramics techniques and processes. These could include using paper clay, Raku, coil building, slab building, slip casting, smoke firing, mould making, stoneware, and earthenware glazing.
You will be assessed through practical work, sketchbook work, and written evaluation.
What will the course lead on to?
Upon successful completion of the course, you can progress to a Level 3 art and design-based programme, such as the Level 3 Certificate in Ceramics.
Are there any links with industry and university?
Students may benefit from guest lectures from visiting artists and craftspeople who can deliver specialist workshops and talk about working as a freelance artist. Techniques and equipment used will be closely aligned to industry working practices in order to fully prepare you for developing as a ceramics artist. As well as your course tutor, there will be an artist in residence with a ceramics specialism working alongside you, offering technical support and advice about the creative industries from a first-hand perspective.
As a student on this course, you may have the opportunity to take part in trips or offsite activities to gather inspiration for your own work. You will also have the opportunity to exhibit your work to peers throughout the course to showcase skills you have developed. You will take part in the end of year final exhibition, which is open to the public.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Wellbeing Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
Click here for learning support: https://wvr.ac.uk/college-life/learning-support
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
The course is delivered by highly experienced teachers who have a wealth of industry experience to share. You will have access to specialist studios and excellent facilities including Raku and electric kilns, enamelling kiln, glass kiln, glaze room and throwing wheels.
What are the entry requirements?
To study this course, you should ideally have completed the Level 1 Ceramics (Creative Craft Award). If you have considerable previous experience within ceramics, you may apply directly to this course. In this case, a portfolio of work will be required for interview.
What are my funding options?
For more information about financial support, please visit: https://wvr.ac.uk/college-life/financial-support
For personalised advice on funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494 400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
Students will be required to pay a materials fee of £30. Any trips will be in addition to the course fees. Students should have a basic art kit which can be purchased from the college's art shop, and staff can advise on materials to purchase.
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