Level 5 HND Fine Art in Southampton. Classes run at Southampton College, full-time during the day. This is a one-year course for learners who have already completed a Level 4 qualification in art, design, photography, media, or a related subject. You'll also need a strong creative portfolio to present at interview. If you have relevant skills and experience but no formal qualifications, you may still be considered. The course develops your practice at a higher education level, building specialist knowledge and creative skills in fine art.
Who this course is for
Higher Education learners
Entry requirements
You will need to have successfully completed a Level 4 qualification in art, design, photography, media or other relevant subject, e.g. HNC in Art and Design. You will also require a strong creative portfolio of work, to be presented at interview. You may be considered without formal qualifications if your skills and experience are of an appropriate standard - this would be assessed at interview.
What you will learn
You'll develop an advanced studio practice in fine art.
You'll explore and apply a range of fine art techniques and processes.
You'll research and critically analyse fine art contexts, movements, and ideas.
You'll produce a body of work that demonstrates your creative and conceptual thinking.
You'll present and communicate your work professionally.
You'll reflect on your own practice and set directions for your development.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and studio at Southampton College. You'll be assessed through coursework, studio projects, and a portfolio of creative work. Assessment is practical and project-based, with written elements to support your critical and contextual understanding. You'll work toward assignments set by Pearson Edexcel as part of the BTEC HND framework.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Southampton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Fine artist: develop and sell your own creative practice
Art technician: support studio and gallery operations
Illustrator: create images for publishing, media, or commercial clients
Community arts worker: run creative projects in community settings
Art gallery assistant: support exhibitions and public programmes
Art teacher (with further training): teach in schools or colleges
Visual arts coordinator: manage arts projects or programmes
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Fine Art: a Level 6 degree that builds directly on your HND. Many universities accept HND holders into the second or final year, shortening the route to a full degree.
Postgraduate study (MA Fine Art): for those who complete a degree and want to specialise further or pursue an academic or research career in fine art.
