Course summary
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) and the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art and Design (pathway options) is a two-year programme providing you with a specialist vocational grounding in core skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global creative industries sector. Higher National qualifications in Art and Design are aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. This qualification has been designed to meet the needs of the contemporary creative industries. This dynamic and rapidly changing sector of the global economy covers awide range of subjects, including those of art and design. The pathways of this qualification are intended to provide students with opportunities to explore the creative industries through a focused curriculum that prepares them for further degree-level studies or working in the industry. The programme is split into two one-year programmes. The HNC is a level 4 programme, when this is completed successfully you will have the opportunity to progress onto the HND at level 5.
Modules
Based on the current specification from the awarding body, students will undertake eight units to complete the first year of the programme. These are currently planned as • HNC Techniques and Practices (Mandatory core) • Individual project - Pearson Set (Mandatory core) • Professional Development (Mandatory core) • Contextual Studies (Mandatory core) • Communication in Art and Design (Mandatory core Specialist) • Typography (Graphics) • Graphic Design Practices (Graphics) • Lighting for Photography (Photography) • Photographic Practices (Photography) • Computer Aided Design (CAD) (Fashion) • Fashion & Textiles Practices (Fashion) The second year of the course will then follow on with a further six units. Please note, units may be subject to change from year to year, due to curriculum updating/sector changes/changes in delivery staff specialisms or awarding body requirements.
Assessment method
You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including written assignments, work-based assignments, work experience, practical assessment, portfolio development and formal presentations. All programmes are led and taught by experienced teaching staff who are vocational specialists. They are qualified, and often have extensive experience within the industry or the sector being studied. All teaching staff meet or exceed the requirements set by the awarding institute or body.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HCAD
- Institution code:
- H73
- Campus name:
- Hull School of Art and Design
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - DDDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £5490 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £5490 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £5490 | Year 1 |
Wales | £5490 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Hull College
Queen's Gardens
Wilberforce Drive
Hull
HU1 3DG