Textiles: Techniques and Materials

Special Purpose Award

Example of textiles work by CCAD student
Example of textiles work by CCAD student
Type of Programme
Part-time
Duration
1 Semester
Course Code
CR_ACCXXD_6
Entry Requirements
See details below
Application Deadline
17th September 2023
Location(s)
MTU Crawford College of Art & Design, Cork
Course NFQ Level
Level 6

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Overview

This course introduces students to a range of materials, techniques and equipment involved in textiles art making. Students study the art, techniques and processes involved in fibre manipulation. The fibres used are wool, flax, silk, and soya bean fibre amongst others.

 

 

Lecturer

Caroline Smith

Course Delivery

Tuesday: 6.30pm - 9.00pm (Semester 1)

Award:

MTU: Single Module Certification, 5 ECTS credits at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

What will I study?

Students learn how to manipulate the fibre to make various types of felt including nuno felting (felting on fabric), needle felting and 3d manipulation. The course also introduces students to fundamental stitching techniques (both manual and machine stitching), basketry, fibre sculpture, vessels, wire and reed 3D construction techniques. Employing a range of textile processes, the student creatively explores and develops their ideas. Students also learn the art of paper making with paper and silk fibres.

Students have an opportunity to submit their work for assessment (80% attendance is required to be eligible for assessment) should they wish to gain the MTU: Single Module Certification for this course.

Modules

What is a Module?

A module is a standalone unit of learning and assessment and is completed within one semester. A full-time student will normally study six modules in each semester; part-time and ACCS (Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects) students will have flexibility as to the number of modules taken.

The button below provides a link to all of the University's approved modules for this programme.

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Entry Requirements

Students are not required to have any previous experience.

 

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

Fees

€300

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