Art & Design
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What Qualifications Do I Need?
Curiosity, good humour and self motivation. We shall ask you to come and meet one of our tutors who can advise you on a suitable course for your strengths and needs. You can also take courses on a stand alone basis. Try it out to see if you like the style of teaching.
I Haven't Done Any Art Before
We have a series of level 0 art modules which are skills based courses to help you ease into studying art and design. These give you a grounding in techniques, and allow you to dip your toe in the water.
Try our Art History taster activity for free and clik this link.
What Will Be Asked Of Me?
Commitment to return assignments on time and keep us informed of your changed circumstances such as e mail addresses.
How Will The Courses Be Taught?
All our tutors are experienced in teaching adults and are aware of the anxieties that students have when returning to learn. We know that it is difficult to put yourself in a position which can make you feel vulnerable. 
Perhaps a few student’s comments may arrest your fears of embarking on a course with us.
“Courses provided within the Lifelong Learning programmes give excellent opportunities to continue self development beyond retirement”
“thoroughly enjoyed myself, thank you!”
"lively and supportive tuition, the tutors comments were focussed and I was stretched to my limit"
“inspiring tutor who fired up the imagination of all students!”
“enjoyed the course and wanted more, excellent tutor with lots of patience”
“its so rare to come across such a gifted and enthusiastic tutor”
“Brilliant course, brilliant tutor, loved it”
“It has been an eye opener, I see things differently now, very good tuition”
“I just showed and sold some pictures at the local ‘art on the railings happening’ which raises money for the church and in my conservatory as part of the local Open Gardens weekend. There are quite a few art courses for adults in the area (North Essex) but they are not taken as seriously as the ones in Aberystwyth. While I thought the credit system at Aberystwyth was a bit tedious sometimes, I think the various requirements did focus the mind and produce higher quality responses from the students. Thanks from a grateful student.”
I do not live in Wales but would like to take your courses
That is not a problem; we often welcome students from all over the United Kingdom on our intensive courses. Many students decide to stay in Aberystwyth and take advantage of a mini working break, these courses may appeal. Please see our brochure on line
- Printmaking
- Wood Engraving
- Dreamweaver web design
- Sketchbook Studies at Powis Castle
- Land Art
- Sculpture for everyone: wax, wire and paper near Cardigan
We also have our Summer School at Gregynog Hall nestled in the countryside above Newtown in Powys. This year’s course is between 22nd-25th July 2013. All courses at Gregynog are tailored to working on location but there are rooms to retreat to if the weather is not kind. The all inclusive cost if you book before 1st March 2013 is £305 for three full days. Book early to avoid disappointment.