Pottery: Level 1/2 Award

  • 20 weeks
  • 5:00 pm — 7:00 pm
  • From £108

In this 20-week pottery course for beginners you will develop your hand building techniques – slab building, pinch and coil and throwing – as well as learning to decorate surfaces with glazes.

This course consists of three core units and two optional units to complete the certificate. Course information coming soon.

Please note: This is an accredited course and involves some written work.

Ideal for

Those wishing to gain a Level 1 or 2 qualification.

Learners who wish to develop a portfolio of artwork, sculptures and design ideas.

Please note start and end dates and fees are subject to slight change. We will update our listings and do our best to contact you.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the Level 1 qualification, only a passion for learning.

Entry Level 1 qualification is required for those who wish to join the Level 1 Award course.

Course fees must be paid in full before the first session starts.

Accreditations

Level 1 Awards

Costs

  • Full Concession: £108
  • Part Concession: £228
  • Full Fee: £408

Read about how our course fees are structured.

Full course fees are charged at £5 per taught hour plus exam fees / materials fees. Concessionary fees are £2 per taught hour plus exam fees / materials fees. Full fee reduction is £0 plus exam fees / materials fees. Exam & materials fees depend upon qualification.

Upcoming dates

  • Starts: January 19, 2023
    Ends: July 6, 2023
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