Art South East Technological University

Overview

This dynamic and highly student-centred course is unique to the Wexford Campus. Students are provided with the opportunity to gain creative skills, creative knowledge, aesthetic awareness and professional experiences in contemporary visual art. A forum for exchanging diverse opinions and ideas is provided through group critique, field trips, and a visiting artists programme.

In this Art programme from South East Technological University you will engage in a variety of art-making methods and technologies that will equip you with the confidence and skills to operate professionally in the art world and the creative industries.

Special Features:

• A wide variety of studio disciplines including: painting; sculpture; digital media and photography.

• Final year course work is presented in the form of a degree show.

• Annual public exhibitions in the South East are held at recognised art galleries and site specific locations such as the Wexford Arts Centre.

• Students have the opportunity to take international field trips in Years 1 and 2.

• Guest lectures from Irish and international contemporary artists.

• Many of the art lecturers are well-known artists and students benefit greatly from working closely with artists who are active in research, art and design, writing, curating and exhibiting.

What will I be able to do when I finish the course?

You will be able to commence your career as a professional artist, an artist's assistant or studio manager. You will also be qualified to work in related fields like film, photography, theatre, information technology, art handling, exhibition installation, community arts and arts administration. Your art history and cultural studies training will enable you to become an art critic or writer.