Creative Arts (Art and Design) - NA

University Centre Calderdale College

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in developing your creative practice, focusing on practical work and the refinement of both artistic and entrepreneurial skills. You will enhance your creative and technical abilities while building a professional network on site at our Dean Clough studio and establish industry connections. The course uses a combination of directed and personal briefs which will develop your core skills, enabling you to identify and refine specialist skills and knowledge across digital and traditional approaches. Year 2 modules have been designed to create a more individualised learning experience that allows you to explore your creative talent and specialist pathway. You’ll benefit from mentorship by industry professionals and gain hands-on experience working on live, work-based projects. Additionally, collaborative opportunities and an in-depth understanding of the creative industries will support you to progress to the BA (Hons) Creative Arts (Contemporary Art and Design Practice) top-up year or into employment. During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of: Level 4 Modules Working in the Creative Industries Traditional and Digital Material Practice Working Methods, Sources and References Individual Project Level 5 Modules Specialist Contextual Studies in the Creative Industries Traditional and Digital Material Practice Personal Pathway Working in the Creative Industries (2) Final Major Project: Advanced Specialist Skills/Exhibition Important Links: Click HERE for the programme specification. For a full list of the University Centre’s regulations and policies please click HERE. Click HERE for The Open University Regulations for Validated Awards. Click HERE for the University Centre Terms & Conditions.