AU928 · Level 8 · 4 years · Portfolio course

Fine Art (Portfolio)

Atlantic Technological University - Sligo · Connacht

2026 Round 1 points

357

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Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

A Level 8 honours degree in Fine Art with a broad mix of materials and media. A portfolio is required.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, digital photography and video, and art history. Year 2 builds on these. Year 3 moves to one studio module where you develop your own practice, plus sculpture and drawing. Year 4 focuses on studio work, critical writing and preparing for working life.
Placement and abroad
A Work in Context module in Year 3 offers real-world experience.
Where it can lead
Students are prepared for a career in the arts.
Who it suits
Suits students who like making art in many forms and want to develop their own ideas and style.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

2023362202437120253782026357

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026357Published after the final round
2025 378378493
2024 371371479
2023 362369540

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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