Introduction to Ceramics

Level 1 Diploma

Course Location

College

Trafford College

Location

Altrincham Campus

Further Details

Age

Adult

Department

Art & Design

Course Start Date

Wednesday 15th January 2025

Course Duration

Part-time, 10 Weeks

Course Time

18:30 - 20:30

Course Fee

£ 75.00
You may be eligible for support with your tuition fees - please visit the college website - funding and finance page for further information

Course Code

APQ-AD1Z-1600

Course Overview

You will be given the opportunity to create exciting projects with clay and learn various sculpting, decorating and glazing techniques along the way. Experiment with throwing, hand building, press moulding and decorating your pottery.

Course Requirements

No formal qualifications are necessary, just an interest in ceramics and sculpture, together with enthusiasm and commitment.

What you will Learn

During this short, leisure course, you will create unique ceramic items from clay using a range of materials, techniques and processes, including hand building and using a potter’s wheel.

Assessment

There is no formal assessment however you will be asked to complete a RARPA confidence survey.

This will happen at the start and end of the course and will record your progress in this subject.

Progression

You can carry on with this course each term, developing your skills.

Career Options

You may wish to progress on to an accredited qualification in a creative arts subject which will allow you to practice your skills in the industry.

Mandatory Units

There are no mandatory units on this leisure course.

Contact Details

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

Extra Costs Involved

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Disclaimer

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.
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