MT820 · Level 8 · 4 years · Portfolio course

Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles - Portfolio)

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

300

Your portfolio is marked and added to your points, so the points shown include portfolio marks and can go above 625.

Down 20 points since 2023 (320).

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About this course

An art degree in Cork where you make objects in ceramics, glass and textiles, either focusing on one or combining them. It centres on learning by making. A portfolio is required.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers art history, art processes, 3D and sculptural work, drawing, studio practice and IT for artists. You learn the basics of ceramics, glass and textiles. In final year you create your own body of work, write a thesis and take a professional practice module on presenting your work.
Placement and abroad
Students are encouraged to take up international exchange and placement opportunities.
Where it can lead
Graduates work as artists, in museums and galleries, as curators or arts administrators, or run workshops. Teaching needs a further postgraduate qualification.
Who it suits
Suits students who like hands-on making with clay, glass and fabric and want to develop their own creative ideas.

Summary written by FindMyCollegeCourse.ie from the college's own course information. Check the college website for full details.

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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026300Published after the final round
2025 450450550
2024 500500600
2023 320320500

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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