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creative short courses 2010–2011

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Welcome to The Arts University College at Bournemouth, one of Europe’s leading specialist providers of art, design, media and performance education.

Studying at the University College you can be assured of the very best learning experience, the highest quality teaching and extensive resources to match. Becoming part of our friendly and welcoming creative community, you will have the opportunity to meet like minded people with common interests.

With over 1,000 individuals joining our short courses each year, many returning to us year after year, our exciting new short course portfolio caters for all interests and professions enabling you to discover how creativity can enrich your everyday life both at home and at work.

With a range of new and exciting courses for 2010/11 we are sure that you will find a course that will interest you.

The Short Course Team

fashion

Clothes Making One 5

Clothes Making Two 6

Corsetry: Introduction 7

Textile Design: Printing Techniques 8

Millinery (Hat Making) 9

3d designSilversmithing: Introduction 11

Modelmaking: Introduction 12

Life Sculpting: Introduction 13

Interior Design: Introduction 14

Interior Design: 1 Year Programme 15

drawing & paintingBody and Face Painting: Introduction 17

Art Class 18

Life Drawing 19

Creative Printmaking Workshop 20

Screenprinting Workshop 21

photographyPhotography 1: The Fundamentals 23

Photography 2: Developing your Skills 24

Photography 3: Professional Practice and Digital

Imaging 25

Photography 4: Visual Communication and Developing

a Visual Voice 26

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film & actingActing Workshop 29

Film Making and Editing: Introduction 30

Make Up for Film, Television and Theatre 31

Creative Writing 32

Writing for Film, Television and Radio 33

digital & web designIndesign 35

Photoshop CS: Introduction 36

Illustrator CS3: Introduction 37

Dreamweaver CS3: Introduction 38

Web Design: Developing your Skills 39

Adobe Flash CS3: Introduction 40

3D Studio Max: Introduction 41

Terms & Conditions 42

How to Enrol 44

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CLOTHES MAKING ONEABC Level 3 Award in Fashion and Textiles (Tailoring)

10 Thursday evenings, 6 –9pm, Autumn and Spring term only

Have you always wanted to have a go at making your own clothes?

Offering you an exciting opportunity to learn the art of patternmaking,

this course will equip you with the skills to assemble a basic garment

using industrial sewing machines and specialist equipment. The course is

designed to introduce an understanding of basic pattern cutting principles

and garment construction based on a standard size 12 block. You will also

learn how to take measurements and apply them correctly to develop

your own pattern using personal direct body measurements. You will learn

the technique of draping, a pattern cutting method used frequently by

designers, in addition to learning how patterns are created by draping fabric

into a body form on a stand.

Technical advice will be given on laying out pattern pieces when cutting

out in fabric as well as elements of garment construction in the making

of an ‘A’ line skirt. You will go on to develop and learn various seam types,

pockets and openings. Calico and pattern paper for making a practice

garment, known as a toile, will be supplied during the course. However,

you will need to provide your own fabric for the finished item.

There are no entry requirements, only a passion and motivation for the subject.

What you need to bring: Dressmaker’s pins, tape measure, paper and fabric scissors, pens and pencils, notebook.

Autumn term: 7th October 10 – 9th December 10

Spring term: 20th January 11 – 24th March 11

Tutor: Caroline Bowyer

Course code: ACFST

Course fee: £185

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CLOTHES MAKING TWO

10 Wednesday evenings, 6 –9pm

If you have mastered the art of patternmaking on our Clothes Making

One course…

Then why not try this new follow-on course which would enable you to

produce garments that demand a higher level of skill whilst developing

your existing pattern making skills. The tutor will use samples that

have a greater level of detail and demonstrate the more technical

and creative methods in pattern cutting. Making made-to-measure

garments, create your own blocks through to sewing toiles and learn

how to make a finished garment such as a blouse, jacket or dress. During

the course you will also have the opportunity to learn how to use the

industrial machinery for stretch fabrics.

Ideally you will have completed Clothes Making One or have existing

experience.

What you need to bring: Dressmaker’s pins, tape measure, paper and fabric scissors, pens and pencils, notebook, 2b drawing pencils and a sketchbook. Two varieties of sketchbooks for your research can be purchased from the AUCB.



Tutor: Jody Harris

Course code: LCCOC

Course fee: £185

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CORSETRY: INTRODUCTION

10 Thursday evenings, 6 –9pm, Autumn and Spring terms only

Do you have an interest in period clothing and want to understand

how the female body shape has been manipulated by corsets since the

16th century?

Offering an introduction to period corset making, this course will give

you a basic understanding of the history of corsets from the 16th to the

19th Century. Examining the changes in style and construction, you will

look at how the corset changes the shape of the body and the affects it

has on the outer clothing garments.

Practical demonstrations will take you through the various stages of

cutting and making your own bespoke mid-19th century corset. You will

then explore original and modern techniques of drafting a pattern with

appropriate fabric as well as the use of specialist boning techniques to

create your very own corset, truthful to fit and period look.

There are no entry requirements but is designed to be very hand-on and

you will need to be able to use a sewing machine.

What you need to bring: Notebook, ruler, pencil, rubber and a sewing kit containing: paper scissors, small pointed embroidery scissors, cutting shears, tape measure, pins, needles, white cotton thread and white tailors chalk.



Tutor: Graham Cottenden

Course code: LCCOR

Course fees: £199

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TEXTILE DESIGN: PRINTING TECHNIQUES

10 Monday evenings, 6 –9pm

Do you want to learn how to print your own fabric?

Exploring the art of hand decoration on fabric through a variety of

printing and dyeing techniques, you will be encouraged to create your

own images before transforming them into simplistic repeat patterns

to print on fabrics. Experimenting with a variety of basic fabric printing

methods such as silkscreen stencil, link / block printing and heat transfer

you will have the opportunity to explore the traditional craft techniques

of Shibori (tie-dye) and Batik (wax resist).

Whilst you can purchase a variety of different base fabrics from the

course tutor, you may want to bring your own having assessed the

suitability for the medium being explored.

There are no entry requirements, only an interest and a desire to develop

your print skills.

What you will need to bring: Your tutor will advise you what to bring in your first session. Please bring notebook and pen.


Spring term: 17th January 11 – 21st March 11

Summer term: 3rd May 11 – 4th July 11 (NB classes on 3rd May and 31st June will take place on the Tuesday evening due to the May bank holidays)

Tutor: Noel Holmes

Course Code: LCTDP

Course fees: £185

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MILLINERY (HAT MAKING)

10 Monday evenings, 6 –9pm or Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm (Summer term only)

“Where did you get that hat? I should like to have one just the same

as that!”

Do you have an interest in hats and want to learn how to make your

own? This exciting new course will give you the unique opportunity

to learn the techniques needed to design a hat.

The course will begin with a study of the basics of Millinery being

inspired by history and you will be encouraged to create your own

style. You will learn about the different materials and stitches used

in Millinery and their use in different styles of hat. Through tutor-led

demonstrations, you will be able to use these techniques for your own

creations to take away and wear.

The skills acquired on this course will enable you to construct hats in

different materials, to cover them in top fabric and to finish your unique

hat designs with your choice of trims. The sewing on this course will be

done by hand.

You do not need any millinery experience to join this course just a desire

to put on your creative hat.

What you need to bring: A basic sewing kit including paper and fabric scissors, small snips, hand sewing needles of various sizes, glass headed pins, black and white thread, tailors chalk, tape measure, pliers, Cellotape, apron and a pencil. Basic materials will be provided for however, you may need to purchase larger quantities of specialist materials depending on number of hats completed.

Autumn term: Monday 4th October 10 – Monday 6th December 10

Spring term: Monday 17th January 11– Monday 21st March 11

Summer term: Tuesday 3rd May 11 – Tuesday 5th July 11

Tutor : Alison Shaw

Course code: LCMIL

Course fees: £185

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SILVERSMITHING: INTRODUCTION

10 Thursday evenings, 6 –9pm

Have you always wanted to create your own pieces of jewellery?

Do you have ideas which you are keen to realise?

Working with both copper and silver, this course, which is ideal for

beginners, will enable you to design and create your own unique piece

of jewellery. Starting out by making a ring you will be guided through

the basic principles of jewellery making, including metal piercing and

soldering guided by the tutor who will be on hand to work with you

on your individual projects.

Through an informative induction you will be provided with all the

relevant health and safety information for full utilisation of the well

equipped workshop facilities.

There are no entry requirements to join this course just a desire to

realise your ideas.

What you need to bring: All equipment is provided and details will be given as to where to purchase silver. (As a guide, the cost of a ring is approx. £2–3 depending on the quantity of silver required). You should wear old clothes and closed toe, flat shoes.



Summer term: 5th May 11 – 7th July 11

Tutor: Kathryn Arbon

Course code: LCJWL

Course fee: £185

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MODELMAKING: INTRODUCTIONABC Award in Modelmaking and Presentation

10 Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm

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Equip yourself with the fundamentals of modelmaking.

Working in our state-of-the-art workshop accompanied by the tutor

from our European leading modelmaking degree course, you will have the

opportunity to create a range of models. From film props to architectural

models and museum replicas as well as models used by artists, hobbyists

and designers, you will be challenged to produce professional models

working in a rewarding, fun and vibrant environment.

Discovering the processes and material used within the professional

model making industries such as mould making, armature building,

working with plastics, wood, sculpting compounds, resin and silicones,

you will then be encouraged to develop your own abilities in this

fascinating domain.

There are no entry requirements for this course; all that is required

is an intrigue and interest for the subject.

What you need to bring: Basic materials will be provided for this course however, you may need to purchase larger quantities of specialist materials depending on the scale of the models produced.

Autumn: 5th October 10 – 7th December 10

Spring: 18th January 11 – 22nd March 11

Summer: 3rd May 11 – 5th July 11

Tutor: Graham Wood

Course code: ACMMP

Course fee: £199

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LIFE SCULPTING: INTRODUCTION

5 Saturday mornings, 10am–1pm (Autumn term) or 5 Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm (Spring and Summer terms)

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Introducing you to the therapeutic art of life sculpting.

Working within fully equipped studios directed by tutors with

substantial experience of sculpting for industry, this course will guide

you through the stages of producing a basic sculp.

Observing a life model, you will transfer the image into a smaller scale

clay sculpt, either a torso (Autumn term) or a head (Spring term). In the

summer term you will have the unique opportunity to produce a head

sculpt of someone of your choice, from your own photographs.

The course will enable you to develop a range of skills from armature

building, to manipulating clay, adding shape, form, muscle tone and detail.

There are no entry requirements to join this course, just plenty of

enthusiasm and determination.

What you need to bring: Apron and old clothes. The tutor will advise you on what else you may need to bring in the first session.

Autumn term: Saturday 9th October 10 – Saturday 6th November 10

Spring term: Tuesday 18th January 11 – Tuesday 15th February 11

Summer term: Tuesday 3rd May 11 – Tuesday 31st May 11

Tutor: Julia Carter or Emily Glen

Course code: LCILS

Course fee: £140

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Thinking of planning your own decoration schemes or thinking of

studying interior design?

Open-up to the fascinating and expansive world of interior design.

Ideal for anyone who wishes to gain a general understanding of interior

design, offering the chance to experience a variety of topics through a

series of practical projects.

Over the course of ten weeks you will cover subjects including: the

history of design, planning, surveying and measuring interiors, drawing

scale plans and elevations, basic colour theory, the psychology of colour,

pattern and texture, fabric, finishes and presentation.

There are no entry requirements to join this course.


Spring term: 19th January 11 – 23 March 11


Tutor: Linda Bell-Simmonds

Course code: LCITD

Course fee: £185

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INTERIOR DESIGN: 1 YEAR PROGRAMMEABC Certificate in Art, Design and Creative Studies

1 Year course – Tuesday evenings 6 –9pm, 6 Saturdays 9.30am – 4.30pm

Want to combine your creative flair with a qualification in interior design?

Suitable for anyone wishing to develop their skills in interior design

to gain a recognised qualification and an excellent step on from the

Introduction to Interior Design course.

Undertaking a variety of projects you will put into practice areas of

study undertaken during the year. Exploring the use of colour, texture,

materials and finishes, you will focus on freehand and technical drawing,

historical cultural and contemporary design influences as well as the

completion and presentation of design ideas.

This course will equip you with the necessary practical, creative and

analytical design ability to produce a portfolio of work demonstrating

your acquired skills and achievement across a number of projects

meeting the assessment criteria.

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements to join this course

previous interior design studies would be useful.

What you will need to bring: A materials list will be given to you by the tutor in the first lesson.


Spring term: 18th January 11 – 22 March 11

Summer term: 3rd May 11 – 5th July 11

Tutor: Linda Bell-Simmonds

Course code: ACITD

Course fee: £495

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BODY AND FACE PAINTING: INTRODUCTION


Push the boundaries of make-up.

Develop the techniques of body painting as well as fantasy make-up

artistry effects which may be applied to both the face and body, as they

are used in the world of professional theatre, fashion, film as well as the

making of pop promos.

You will be trained in the safe application of professional water and oil

body paints enabling you to create decorative and textural effects, hand

painted tattoos, mudwork, gold leaf and stencils which may be applied

to face and body for artistic and high fashion results.

In addition to acquiring all the skills required to create edgy high

fashion designs through to artistic abstracts for stunning photographic

stills, this course will cover the history and cultural relevance of face

and body painting.

This course is accessible to the complete novice as well as being invaluable

to practicing make-up artists, there are no entry requirements.




Tutor: Jeannie Brunskill

Course fee: £199

Course code: LCBFP

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ART CLASS

8 Wednesday evenings, 6 –9pm with 2 Saturday mornings, 10am–1pm (Autumn term)

or 6 Saturday mornings, 10am–1pm with 2 daytrips, 10am – 4pm (Spring and Summer terms)

Have a few spare hours? Want to explore your artistic and creative

capabilities?

Our ‘Art Class’ offers a rewarding and beneficial way to spend time learning

and experimenting within the creative environments of the college and

local galleries. Offering the opportunity for you to experiment with

drawing, painting and basic printmaking techniques through a series of

exercises designed to explore a range of creative outcomes. You will also

learn about composition, measuring, negative space, tone, quality of line,

colour theory, perspective and much more using a wide range of media.

During the Autumn term eight evening classes will take place in the studios

at the Arts University College complemented by two Saturday morning

sessions at local galleries or on location in and around Bournemouth

and Poole. For the Spring and Summer terms, six of the classes will be

studio based with two daytrips, one to the stunning Brownsea Island and

the other to historic Poole Quay. These are the perfect places to take

inspiration and practice your new found skills.

There are no entry requirements to join this course however, you will

need to be able to travel to various locations for some of the classes.

What you need to bring: Soft drawing pencils (2B – 6B), putty type eraser and charcoal. All other materials will be provided including a sketch book.

Autumn term: Wednesday 6th October 6 –9pm – Wednesday 24th November 6 –9pm plus Saturday 16th October (10am–1pm) and Saturday 6th November (10am–1pm)

Spring: Saturday 22nd January 11 – Saturday 19th March 11

Summer: Saturday 7th May 11 – Saturday 2nd July 11

Tutor: Noel Holmes

Course code: LCSAS

Course fees: £199

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LIFE DRAWING

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Interested in life drawing as a leisure activity or to help with your studies?

You may have never drawn the human figure or you may have attended

classes previously, whatever your ability you will receive a warm

welcome and can be assured of a first-class experience.

Working through a structured programme you will acquire an array of

drawing skills including measuring, proportion, line and tone paying

close observation to the human form.

Being encouraged to be both personal and expressive in your response

you will draw a variety of experienced models, both male and female

exploring a variety of drawing materials and mark-making.

Whilst receiving teaching as a group, you will also be supported and

encouraged by the tutor on an individual basis. You will enjoy developing

your skills alongside a wide mix of individuals with this shared interest.

There are no entry requirements to join this course other than the

motivation and interest to pursue the subject.

What you will need to bring: A2 paper, soft drawing pencils 2B-6B, rigger watercolour brush, plastic type eraser, putty type eraser (preferably Lyra or Faber Castell)

Autumn term (10 weeks): 27th September 10 – 6th December 10 (no class on 25/10/10)

Spring term (8 weeks): 17th January 11 – 28th March 11 (No classes on 21/2/11, 28/2/11 and 7/3/11)

Summer term (8 weeks): 9th May 11 – 4th July 11

Tutor: Felicity House

Course code: LCLDR

Course fees: £185

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CREATIVE PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

5 alternate Saturdays over 10 weeks, 9.30am – 4.30pm

New to printmaking or are you an experienced printmaker?

As a beginner you will be introduced to the world of printmaking,

learning and sampling a variety of techniques and printing methods.

You will develop imagery through the traditional ‘Fine Art’ process of

‘Intaglio Printing’ as well as experimenting with relief printing, including

monoprinting, lino and collograph techniques.

For the more experienced printmaker, you will have the full use of our

traditional, well equipped printmaking workshop in order to practice

your techniques with guidance from our experienced tutor if required.

There are no entry requirements for this course, so whether you are a

complete beginner or a practicing artist wishing to build a portfolio of

work, you will have the opportunity to produce creative work in a ‘Fine

Art’ medium.

Unfortunately editioning of prints is not possible on this course.

NB: If you have any respiratory concerns, please contact us as this course may be unsuitable due to materials / substances used on the course.

What you will need to bring: Apron, latex gloves, basic drawing materials, a sketchbook, a small selection of paper and an old toothbrush.

Autumn term: 9th October 10, 23rd October 10, 6th November 10, 20th November 10, 4th December 10

Spring term: 22nd January 11, 5th February 11, 19th February 11, 5th March 11, 19th March 11

Summer term: 7th May 11, 21st May 11, 4th June 11, 18th June 11, 2nd July 11,

Tutor: Janet Bullas

Course code: LCPMK

Course fees: £199

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SCREENPRINTING WORKSHOPABC Certificate in Print Making (Screen printing)


Want to try out equipment and techniques of screen printing?

With small class sizes, this hands-on course will cover a wide range of

water based screen printing processes. Photographic stencil emulsions

will be used to make screens from photographic digital or hand-drawn

sources in addition, to using methods of working directly on the screen

mesh, allowing experimental print work to be carried out.

There are no entry requirements to join this course just bags of

enthusiasm and the desire to get creative.

What you need to bring: Apron, latex gloves, basic drawing materials and a sketchbook or selection of images that you would like to use. Paper will be provided but a charge will be made for high quality cartridge paper.


Spring term: 18th January 11 – 22nd March 11


Tutor: Demeter Dykes

Course code: ACPRM

Course fee: £199

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PHOTOGRAPHY 1: THE FUNDAMENTALSABC Level 3 Award in Photographic Planning and Development


An opportunity not to be missed.

Learn all you need to know about how to manually operate a camera

and take ‘good’ pictures. Through a series of lectures, demonstrations

and some practical sessions you will learn how to effectively use the

manual functions on your camera in order to achieve creative control

in your photography.

You will be guided through the basic principles and practice of

photography, study the work of celebrated photographers and learn

to see and make more interesting pictures. In addition, you will gain a

basic understanding of camera functions including shutter speed,

aperture, lens control and picture making components such as

composition, subject and lighting.

The perfect introduction to photography, there are no entry

requirements for this course and is suitable for both digital and

35mm users.

What you need to bring: A film or digital camera with manual control, a notebook and a pen.

Autumn: 7th October 10 – 9th December 10

Spring: 20th January 11 – 24th March 11

Summer: 5th May 11 – 7th July 11

Tutor: Mark Gregory

Course code: ACPHO/1

Course fee: £199

PHOTOGRAPHY 2: DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLSABC Level 3 Award in Photographic Image Making Applications


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An opportunity to build upon the Fundamentals of Photography 1 whilst

experimenting and developing your photographic skills.

Focusing on digital photography and creative image making, industry

professionals and academics will share with you a different aspect of

photography each week, including camera functions, equipment, colour

management, digital printing, studio lighting, portraiture, still-life and

location photography, whilst developing your own creativity and ideas.

Using available lighting and portable flash equipment you will also learn

how to control light under varying conditions.

Demonstrations will explain how to get the best from your photographic

equipment whilst there will be ample opportunity to discuss your

images and techniques. The course will culminate with a final critique

and an evaluation session.

In order to get the most from this course you must have successfully

completed Photography 1.

What you need to bring: A digital camera with manual control and any accompanying photographic equipment, an A4 ring binder and a pen/pencil for note taking.

Tutors: Mark Gregory and Stuart Culley




Course code: ACPHO/2

Course fee: £295

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PHOTOGRAPHY 3: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND DIGITAL IMAGING

6 Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm and 2 Saturdays, 9.30am – 4.30pm

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A chance to develop your photographic skills to a professional level.

Written and directed by professional photographers and designed for

students who already have a good basic level of photographic skills, the

emphasis of this course is based upon a practical approach and consists

of 6 evening workshops and several location shoots.

Using the most up-to-date studio equipment the evening workshops will

concentrate on a wide range of creative studio lighting demonstrations

and solutions backed up with colour management and practical

Photoshop techniques. Photographers will be encouraged to develop

their own ‘vision and style’ from constructive advice and critique. The

culmination of the course is an exhibition of your portfolio.

You must have completed Photography 2 to or have relevant experience

in order to join this course.




Tutor: Andy Cope

Course code: LCP3P

Course fees: £345

PHOTOGRAPHY 4: VISUAL COMMUNICATION AND DEVELOPING A VISUAL VOICE

4 Monday evenings, 6 –9pm and 3 Saturdays, 9.30am – 4.30pm

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Giving the photographer new, fresh and exciting challenges.

This course aims to provide the photographer with the opportunities to

develop an in-depth knowledge of advanced photographic techniques to

enhance their creative potential. You will carry out a series of advanced

professional workshops both in professional ‘commercial standard’

studios and on location employing the latest ‘industry standard’

portable lighting equipment You will cover a wide range of photographic

disciplines through your studies whilst building an extensive professional

portfolio. Between each respective session, a mini-assignment will be

set; these brief photo-assignments will build upon the creative thought

processes; aiding further visual development.

This course will culminate with a portfolio workshop; essential advice on

print presentation, and an exhibition displaying images captured during

the course term.

It is essential you have completed Photography 3 to join this course

or have relevant experience.


Spring term: 17th January 11 – 21st March 11

Summer term: 9th May 11 – 27th June 11

Tutor: Pete McKinley

Course fees: £425

Course code: LCP4P

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ACTING WORKSHOP


Do you want to learn how to act?

This introductory course is designed to encourage you in a supportive

environment, in which you can learn from your peers and the tutor.

Whether you are a complete beginner to acting, or an enthusiastic

amateur, this ten week practical workshop will provide you with a

sound knowledge and skill base.

The course will guide you through different acting techniques for theatre,

television and film. Further to which, the fundamentals of character

development will be explored through a variety of techniques enabling you

to create a believable, fully developed three dimensional character. The

emphasis is on discovering the psychology and emotional life of everyday

characters. By the end of the course you will have developed a basic acting

vocabulary and you’ll feel confident in putting your skills into practice.

There are no entry requirements to join this course only a desire to learn

whilst having lots of fun in the process.

What you need to bring: Please ensure that you wear comfortable, practical clothing and footwear. You will also need to bring a pen and a notebook.




Tutor: Nick Meaney

Course code: LCACT

Course fees: £185

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FILM MAKING AND EDITING: INTRODUCTIONABC Level 2 Award in Single Camera Programme Making / ABC Level 3 Award in Digital Video Editing

10 Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm plus 3 full weekend days (to be confirmed)

You may have the creativity and motivation, but do you have the ability

to make a short film?

An ideal introduction to the reality of film making for people who need

to balance their interest with work or other commitments this course

is written for students with little or no film making experience. Through

a series of practical workshops you will gain hands-on experience in

writing, filming and editing your own material. Over the ten week course

you will cover many aspects of film making including; story and script

development, planning, shot-lists and storyboarding, directing, lighting

and camera work and non linear editing.

Acquiring a working understanding of the importance of editing and

gaining an understanding of the language and terminology, cutting

styles, continuity editing parameters and editing to music, we will

harness your enthusiasm and guide you through the exciting experience

of making a film.

There are no entry requirements other than the motivation and interest

to pursue the subject.

What you need to bring: A notebook and a pen




Tutor: Michael Peel

Course code: ACSCP

Course fees: £199

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MAKE UP FOR FILM, TELEVISION AND THEATRE


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Open up the world of professional make-up artistry for film, television

and theatre.

Ideal if you wish to start a career in professional make-up and want

to find out what it is all about, this course will develop your practical

understanding of the different products, material and application

processes.

You will learn how to research and create make-up designs; work with

different face shapes and develop application techniques, such as

high-lighting and shading, concealing and blending make-up. You will

be introduced to special make-up effects including basic prosthetics

and accurate casualty make-up. You will also investigate historical and

character hair-styling.



What you need to bring: Your own set of professional make-up brushes and brush cleaner. It will be possible to buy brush cleaner from the tutor.


Spring term: 19th January 11 – 23rd March 11


Tutor: Sophie Monro

Course code: LCPMU

Course fees: £199

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CREATIVE WRITING


Have you ever considered writing for the media?

Providing an opportunity for all aspiring writers to develop the skills and

techniques for writing fiction, this course looks at practical ways to get

started, whilst promoting greater writing confidence. Building upon the

unique strengths of each writer, highly practical exercises supported by

discussion and examples will give insight into the creative process and

encourage the achievement of writing goals. Emphasis is also placed on

developing characters, improving dialogue, descriptive writing, showing

not telling, handling point of view, story and plot.

There will be assignments set on developing ideas, finding an authorial

voice, observational research and writing short stories and scripts. You

will be encouraged to bring your own work and will receive ongoing

constructive feedback from the tutor and the group.

There are no entry requirements to join this course other than a desire

to explore the potential of the written word.

What you need to bring: A notebook and pen




Tutor: Christine Aziz

Course code: LCCWR

Course fees: £185

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Do you want to write fictional drama scripts for film, television and radio?

Craft techniques of scriptwriting will be explored through presentations,

discussions and the use of relevant clips. You will have the opportunity

to see your script ‘workshopped’ in a group before being critiqued in

one-to-one tutorials.

Sessions will focus on all aspects of the craft of scriptwriting, including

but not limited to: script layout; script language, writing treatments and

outlines, creating characters, working with structure, writing in images,

the use of visual and sound montage, writing dialogue, style and tone,

setting and atmosphere, plot and subplot.

In addition, Genre- and format-specific teaching will include: the one-off

television drama; the feature film; the short film; soap operas; drama

series; the radio drama.



What you need to bring: A notebook, a pen, an open mind ... and a good imagination!




Tutors: Robin Mukherjee /Dr Craig Batty

Course Code: ACWFT

Course fees: £185

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INDESIGNABC Desktop Publishing

10 Monday evenings, 6 –9pm or 5 Saturdays, 9.30am – 4.30pm

An introduction to desktop publishing using InDesign.

Learning how to create a variety of documents incorporating text and

images using the industry de facto programme. You will explore: how to

create single and multipage layouts, preparing and using master pages,

using master page elements, object styles and introducing both text and

images. Before developing an understanding for formatting text, creating

and using typographic style sheets, formatting and cropping images,

copying and pasting elements, scaling and rotating objects as well as

running text around graphic objects.

You will then have an opportunity to discover the potential to linking

images with Photoshop, creating and applying colour to type and graphic

objects, adding transparency to objects and how to create electronic

documents in portable document format (PDF). This course will also

cover printer’s and publisher’s terms as well as basic typography and

document design.

There are no entry requirements to join this course however; you will

be expected to produce one assignment and project work for successful

completion of the course.

What you need to bring: A pen and notebook

Autumn term: Mondays, 4th October 10 – 6th December 10

Spring term: Saturdays, 22nd January 11 – 19th February 11

Summer term: Mondays, 9th May 11 – 18th July 11

Course tutor: Steve Griffiths

Course code: ACDPS

Course fee: £185

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PHOTOSHOP CS: INTRODUCTIONABC Image Production

10 evenings, 6 –9pm or 5 Saturdays, 9.30am – 4.30pm

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An introduction to Adobe Photoshop.

Photoshop enables you to prepare, retouch and edit photographic

images that originated either as scanned images or were derived from

a digital camera. Increasingly Photoshop is used to prepare imagery and

elements for websites as well as preparing images and graphic artwork

for printing.

During this course you will gain an understanding of scan resolution and

file size whilst developing the skills to resample an image, optimize an

image for the web, make selections and perfect them and cut, copy and

paste images. With the guidance of the course tutor you will explore

colour perception, theory and how it impacts on the digital image,

colour models RGB, CMYK, etc before discovering techniques for colour

correction, preparing an image for both print and the web, creating

montages as well as basic retouching techniques, using levels and curves,

utilising layers and adjustment layers and preparing web elements.





Autumn term: Saturdays, 9th October 10 – 6th November 10

Spring term: Wednesdays, 19th January 11 – 23rd March 11

Summer term: Thursdays, 5th May 11 – 7th July 11


Course code: ACPIM

Course fee: £185

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ILLUSTRATOR CS3: INTRODUCTION


An introduction to Illustrator CS3.

A powerful drawing and design tool, Illustrator can be used to create

complex vector based images, that are equally at home in print or

web based applications. Over the duration of this introductory level

course you will discover how to: draw basic geometric shapes, combine

shapes, trace items from scanned images, fill shapes with both colour

and texture as well as utilising different types of line weight and brush

effect. You will further develop techniques for using live trace and paint,

creating and applying gradient tints, working with text, filling shapes

with text, creating text that follows a path, changing the transparency

of objects and using layers to create multi-layered artwork.





Autumn term: Wednesdays, 6th October 10 – 8th December 10

Spring term: Thursdays, 20th January 11 – 24th March 11

Summer term: Saturdays, 7th May 11 – 11th June 11


Course code: LCCGR

Course fee: £185

DREAMWEAVER CS3: INTRODUCTIONABC Introduction to Web Design


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An introduction to the concepts, terminology and techniques of

web design.

On completion of this practically based course you will have gained

sufficient skills and understanding to produce a website to an acceptable

level of design using Dreamweaver CS.

Discovering how to create pages from scratch, use of tables, prepare

images for the web, add text to a website and work with cascading style

sheets both for content and positioning. Further developing skills to

create both single and multi-page websites, create and use navigation

elements to create links between pages, hyperlinks and anchored

links, introduce media elements to a website as well as exploring the

possibilities of animated elements within websites.

To successfully complete the course you will be expected to produce

one working site, consisting of at least five pages, which will act as a

vehicle to assess the skills listed above.

To join this course you must have a sound understanding of Photoshop

and ideally be able to prepare images for the web.


Autumn term: Thursdays, 7th October 10 – 9th December 10

Spring term: Mondays, 17th January 11 – 21st March 11



Course code: ACWPS

Course fee: £185

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Looking to improve your understanding of Web Design?

Using software such Photoshop, Fireworks, Flash and Dreamweaver you

will construct a number of web elements. You will create web pages

and elements that appear on the page that are experimental in nature,

to answer a given brief. Using Web 2.0 technologies, the web pages

you design will be fully accessible and conform to current W3c web

standards and guidelines. You will learn to use appropriate software

applications to create, modify and manipulate design elements; use

cascading style sheets for positioning and styling; apply fundamental

web software functions, interactive capabilities; files and management

of library assets; on-screen presentation of interactive solutions.

For successful completion of this course you will need to create a

written file in support of your project, establishing a rationale and

creative intention at the outset of the project. It will assess the areas

of success and failure, enabling you to formulate actions to address

weaknesses and enhance strengths.

To join this course you must have successfully completed the Dreamweaver:

Introduction module or have a basic knowledge of web technologies.




Course tutor: John Gridley

Course code: ACEWD

Course fee: £199

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ADOBE FLASH CS3: INTRODUCTION

10 Tuesday evenings, 6 –9pm or 6 Saturdays, 9.30am–2.30pm

Do you want to develop an understanding of Adobe Flash.

Producing two projects you will develop fundamental skills and

techniques to include: the use of drawing tools and modifiers, the

application of symbols and instances in conjunction with the library

palette, the use of layers and masking techniques and manipulation

and formatting of text. Before exploring the creation of buttons and

use of actions to develop interactivity, tweening objects to produce

animated elements, managing projects with scenes as well as testing

and publishing for the web.

To join this course you must have a sound knowledge of Adobe

Photoshop and familiarity with the Internet. To successfully complete

this course you will also need to complete one assignment and a

variety of projects.


Autumn term: Tuesdays, 5th October 10 – 7th December 10

Spring term: Saturdays, 22nd January 11 – 19th February 11

Summer term: Tuesdays, 3rd May 11 – 5th July 11

Course tutor: James Elliott

Course code: LCFLS

Course fee: £185

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3D STUDIO MAX: INTRODUCTIONABC Level 3 Award in Software Skills for 3D Modelling


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Opening up the world of three dimensional modelling.

3D Studio Max is an industry standard three-dimensional modelling

application which enables the user to create, render in a variety

of materials, and animate virtually anything. It is widely used in

engineering, product design and architecture.

This course gives an insight into: the 3D studio max environment and

tools, bone editing tools, fin adjustment tools, object properties, editable

polygon surfaces, soft selection enhancements, modifier enhancements,

symmetry modifier, vertex weld modifier, edit normal modifier, layers,

materials and maps, ink and paint, translucent shader, lighting and

advanced lighting override. As well as animation, set key mode, track

view changes, splines and IK changer, Boolean controller, gimbal rotation,

auto tangent interpolation, global illumination, photometric and daylight

lights, rendering to textures and exposure controls.

In order to successfully complete this course you need to create project

work and one assignment.


Autumn term: Thursdays, 7th October 10 – 9th December 10,



Course tutor: Jonathan Hoyle

Course code: ACSSM

Course fee: £245

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

Please make sure that you have read our

terms and conditions carefully as they

must be agreed at the time of booking.

Payment

1. Full payment must be received before

we can enrol you onto the course.

Confirmation of course

2. Once we have received and processed

your booking we will send you

confirmation. You will receive a receipt

once payment has been processed.

Venue

3. All courses take place at our

Wallisdown campus unless otherwise

stated. Times, dates and fees are listed

with the rest of the course information

throughout the brochure.

Changing dates or postponing

a course

4. In rare circumstances we may need

to change the start date of a course

or substitute one of the dates of the

course. We will endeavour to give you

as much notice as possible. We regret

that we will not be able to refund you

if we need to change one of the dates

during the course. We will be able

to offer you a credit voucher which

entitles you to a discount off any

further course you wish to join.

5. If a class is postponed for reasons which

we are responsible, such as staff illness,

we will try to reschedule your class to

try to make up for the missing hours.

Cancellations by us

6. The courses all have a minimum

attendance level and may have to

be cancelled if students drop out at

the last minute or we do not receive

sufficient numbers to run the course.

We will try to keep you up to date with

this information if it looks likely that

your course may not run.

7. The Arts University College reserves

the right to make such changes to the

course programme as may be necessary

for reasons of quality, operational

efficiency or circumstances, including

industrial action, beyond our control.

If we cancel a course, all participants

will be notified and all payments

refunded in full. Refunds of fees will

normally only be made in the event of

the cancellation of a class. Please refer

to the University College’s Fees and

Charges Payment Policy. Copies of this

policy are currently available from the

Finance and Registry Section.

Cancellations by you

8. If you wish to cancel your place on

a course we ask you to contact us at

least 21 days prior to the course start

date. If we receive this cancellation

within the timescale you are entitled

to a full refund.

9. If we have not received your

cancellation with 21 days prior to

the course start date you will not be

entitled to a refund.

Transferrals

10. You can transfer to another course

at the discretion of the Short Course

Co-ordinator.

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Non-attendance

11. Non-attendance of classes due to

illness or for personal or professional

reasons does not provide the right to

a refund, extra tuition or a transfer.

Bank holidays

12. There are no classes on bank

holidays.

Parking

13. The car park is open access to all

students from 3.30pm daily and all day

during weekends and vacations. If you

are a disabled parking badge holder or

have a medical condition, you will be

able to access the car park at all times.

Please contact our Disability

Co-ordinator to discuss your needs on

+44(0) 1202 363291

or email [email protected].

Wheelchair facilities

14. Yes, but please contact us to make

the necessary arrangements.

Additional support

15. Please note that it is not possible

for The Arts University College to

provide additional support to individual

students on any of the short courses.

It is the responsibility of applicants

to make their own arrangements for

any additional support required before

applying for the course.

Age restriction

16. Courses are available to anyone over

the age of sixteen years.

Fee remission

17. The following remission of fee

categories only apply to courses leading

to a certificate awarded by ABC Awards*

and unless otherwise specified, the non-

refundable ABC registration fee remains

payable (£50.00 for Interior Design or

£25.00 for Level 3 awards. Please note

that these costs are included in the

specified course prices):

In receipt of income-based benefits,

i.e. Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit,

Income Support and contribution or

income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance

In receipt of Working Tax Credit with a

household income of less than £15,276

In receipt of income-related

Employment and Support Allowance

(ESA)

The unwaged dependants of those

listed above 16 –18 years old on 31st

August in the academic year the course

starts (this category also includes

remission for registration/exam fees)

Asylum seekers in receipt of the

equivalent of income-based benefit

(assistance under the terms of the 1999

Immigration and Asylum Act) and their

dependants

In receipt of Pension Credit (Guarantee

Credit only)

Offenders who are serving their

sentence in the community

*The Awarding Body Consortium.

ABC courses are assessed through a

portfolio of work. Upon successful

completion you will receive a certificate

issued by ABC.

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Places on our Short Courses are limited so we advise

that you enrol as soon as possible to secure a place.

Full payment must be received before we can confirm

your booking. You can enrol in the following ways;

Online

To enrol and pay online go to www.aucb.ac.uk and

follow the Short Courses link which will take you

through the booking process step by step.

By telephone

Call today to enrol onto a short course

(01202) 363222.

In person

Alternatively you can come and see us in the Short

Course Office located in the Enterprise Pavilion.

Company Invoicing

If you are a company or organisation and would like

to send employees on a short course we can invoice

you for the fees payable. We will require a purchase

order or an invoice request and each employee will

need to complete an enrolment form.

If you have any questions or queries please do

not hesitate to call our Short Course Hot Line

(01202) 363222.

www.aucb.ac.uk Short Course Office tel: 01202 363222

email: [email protected]

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