Ceramics - Advanced Certificate
Overview
The Advanced Certificate in Ceramics is for experienced students wanting to immerse themselves in their craft within a communal studio environment. Following admission to the program, students submit a proposal outlining their goals and scope of work. Students receive one hour each week of consultation and feedback from the instructor. With an opportunity to experiment, problem-solve and explore best practices, students develop both their technical abilities and knowledge of ceramic methods and processes.
The goal of the program is to graduate students with a refined competence in their craft who are ready to pursue a career in ceramics.
Note: using Selkirk College facilities for the purposes of running a business or generating income is prohibited.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Model advanced design skills and techniques in the creation of expertly-formed ceramic objects
- Exhibit in their work in-depth knowledge of ceramic methods and processes
- Sustain production of a body of work defined by a personal aesthetic
- Situate their work in the contemporary ceramic marketplace
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must meet the following Advanced Certificate in Ceramics program entrance requirements:
- Graduation from a recognized ceramics program. Applicants with demonstrated experience and proficiency may be admitted with permission of the school chair.
- Submit a completed admission application form and other required documents to the Admissions Office.
- Questionnaire
You must complete and submit a questionnaire at least one week prior to your scheduled interview date. The questionnaire helps us to understand your interest and commitment to the studio program.
Submit the questionnaire using the Kootenay Studio Arts (KSA) online form.
- Interview
You will have an interview with a program instructor from KSA. The interview may be in person or over telephone.
The interview is an opportunity for you to introduce yourself, discuss your work and preparedness for entry into the program. You may be asked about your commitment, goals and expectations, experience, skill and technical development. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions about the program.
- Portfolio
The portfolio is designed to assess your skill level to help instructors increase your chances of success in your studio program. For the Advanced Certificate program, KSA is interested in your past achievements and your current interests. Your portfolio should demonstrate both creativity and a range of technical skills.
For portfolio guidelines, see our website.
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Before your file is considered to be complete the following must have been received or marked complete by the admissions office:
a) Completed application form.
b) Official transcripts showing completion of a recognized ceramics program.
d) Applicant information questionnaire.
e) Portfolio submission.
f) Interview.
Courses
CERM301 - Advanced Practice
CERM 301 Advanced Practice is offered from September to December and provides experienced students with the opportunity to develop their technical abilities while refining their design and aesthetic through experimentation, problem-solving, and exploration of best practices. Students will submit a written proposal outlining an appropriate program, goals and scope of work. The proposal will form the basis of the contract for the work to be completed. Changes to the proposal require approval of the instructor. Students will receive one hour a week of consultation, direction and feedback from the instructor. For the remainder of the time, students are expected to be self-directed and to work professionally within communal, shared studio spaces.
CERM302 - Advanced Practice
CERM 302 Advanced Practice is offered from January to April and provides experienced students with the opportunity to develop their technical abilities while refining their design and aesthetic through experimentation, problem-solving, and exploration of best practices. Students will submit a written proposal outlining an appropriate program, goals and scope of work. The proposal will form the basis of the contract for the work to be completed. Changes to the proposal require approval of the instructor. Students will receive one hour a week of consultation, direction and feedback from the instructor. For the remainder of the time, students are expected to be self-directed and to work professionally within communal, shared studio spaces.
CERM303 - Advanced Practice
CERM 303 Advanced Practice is offered from May to June and provides experienced students with the opportunity to develop their technical abilities while refining their design and aesthetic through experimentation, problem-solving, and exploration of best practices. Students will submit a written proposal outlining an appropriate program, goals and scope of work. The proposal will form the basis of the contract for the work to be completed. Changes to the proposal require approval of the instructor. Students will receive one hour a week of consultation, direction and feedback from the instructor. For the remainder of the time, students are expected to be self-directed and to work professionally within communal, shared studio spaces.
Tuition & Fees
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