Portfolio Building - Part-time

Key details

Course area: Art and Design
Student type: Courses for 19+ students
Course type: Part-time Further Education course
Course level: Level 1
Start date: Friday 11th September 2026
End date: Friday 28th May 2027
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Location: 25 Stoney Street 25 Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1LP
Fees: £472.00
Course code: Parent course code:C060910 Child course code: Q060911

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Course introduction

This course is perfect for people that are interested in developing their art skills and have done courses with us previously or are currently on courses with us. Throughout the year you will develop a variety of art skills, working in 2D and 3D materials to support you in building a successful portfolio of work.

This is a year long programme to give you the opportunity to fully develop and explore your art skills. You will take part in a variety of workshops in our specialist studios, from photography, ceramics, printmaking, 3D, to create a range of interesting work. Your tutor will also set you projects to work on and support you in creating interesting and engaging artworks.

You will be shown how to work digitally, uploading your photographs and presenting these professionally to create a portfolio of work on our College computers.

You will receive an induction into our well resourced art and design department, as well as supportive tutoring, new knowledge and skills in material use, and opportunities to develop your creativity.

Please note: Due to the high demand of these part time courses, if you start a course but can no longer carry on, you will not be eligible for a full course refund. If you enrol on a course and the start date passes, you will not be eligible for a course material fee refund. If you get remitted fees and attend your course for free, if you do not attend the first two sessions without letting the tutor know or without valid reason, you will be withdrawn from the course. Many thanks for your understanding.

Course information

Qualification

NCFE Creative Crafts Award Level 1

Entry Requirements

This course is for students with an interest in art, as it is a Level 1 qualification. You cannot return to this course if you already have completed the NCFE Creative Craft Level 1 qualification previously. There are alternative new course options for you to apply to instead.

You must be aged 19+.

Progression

Once you have completed this course you can apply for our Full Cost options over summer or look for alternative qualifications as part of our 2027/2028 programme.

Additional Information

Basic materials will be provided on the course and allocated per student.

Students can buy additional materials from our Art Shop at 25 Stoney Street and speak to tutors for specialist guidance on course relevant purchases not included in the materials fee.

Computer access and any other digital resources you need will be provided as part of this course on campus.

We politely ask that students arrive to the studio no earlier than 5 minutes before the class to give staff enough time to set up for the session - if you are early you are able to wait comfortably in our reception area at 25 Stoney Street.