Art and Design

In just one year, you will explore your creative potential and build on the skills you've developed in your HNC. This dynamic program allows you to craft your unique portfolio around a theme of your choice. Whether you're passionate about painting, drawing, or presentation, our course offers a blend of practical work and theory.

Dive into the art and design world's context, create digital masterpieces, and even participate in exhibitions and live briefs. Here, your creativity knows no bounds!

To apply for our HND Art and Design course, you'll need:

• an HNC Art and Design with a minimum of 15 credits
• successful completion of an interview with us
• a portfolio showcasing your artistic work

During this course, you may:

• enhance your painting skills, develop techniques, and create your own painting series
• create portfolios for both developmental and observational drawings
• master the art of selecting, framing, and exhibiting your work professionally
• explore art and design context, delving into contemporary art issues and specific areas
• conduct your research on a chosen topic and compile a sketchbook of your visual research
• study conceptual development within contemporary art practice from 1900 to the present day
• explore the role of digital media in art and design, creating your own concept visuals
• engage in class exhibitions, external showcases, community projects, and competitions
• play an active role in our Creative Department's Annual End of Year Show and organise fundraising activities for exhibitions

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the opportunity to:

• progress to Year 3 of the BA Digital Art and Design programme at UWS
• continue your studies at renowned institutions like Glasgow School of Art, Edinburgh School of Art, Duncan of Jordanstone in Dundee, Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen, or City of Glasgow College
• explore diverse career paths such as Practising Artist, Community Arts, Youth Arts Worker, Jewellery Designer, Art Therapist, Fine Art Photographer, or Teacher

You will develop your ability across a range of Art disciplines, techniques and mediums. As well as important Meta-Skills and soft or transferable skills that will allow you to enhance your academic and career prospects.

You may have the opportunity to be involved in community projects, live briefs and external exhibitions in gallery spaces.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the opportunity to:

• continue your studies at renowned institutions like Glasgow School of Art, Edinburgh School of Art, Duncan of Jordanstone in Dundee, Gray’s School of Art in Aberdeen, or City of Glasgow College
• explore diverse career paths such as Practising Artist, Community Arts, Youth Arts Worker, Art Therapist, Fine Art Photographer, or Teacher