Level 2 Certificate in Creative Techniques in 3D – Ceramics
This is an exciting new certified qualification is aimed at people who have a real interest in ceramics/pottery and want to further develop and hone their skills in both hand-built and wheel thrown ceramics.
Available Sessions
We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor.
Learners will love the practical hands-on approach to the subject. The course is taught in a relaxed, but supportive atmosphere of a ceramic studio.
You will have the opportunity to develop your own ceramic language through the development and construction of personal 3D work incorporating a variety of processes and techniques and the opportunity to explore surface design, texture and pattern to create a range of finishes appropriate to your work.
You will also have the chance to explore a range of ceramic art and artists that will in turn influence you own ideas and practice while investigating and developing skills in both hand building and thrown 'wheel' work.
You will learn how to incorporate a range of tools and equipment specific to ceramic techniques and processes and to understand a variety of surface qualities that can be achieved through the use of slips, underglazes and glazes.
You will also learn to load and operate kilns for bisque and glaze firings.
This new PT course runs for 5 hours, 1 day a week.
It will cover a broad range of hand built and thrown ceramics, from exploring ceramic artists and developing design ideas, to producing finished ceramic outcomes.
You will explore a range of surface decorations and finishes using slips, underglazes and glazes.
It will encourage you to explore a range of alternative ideas and developments for your 3D work through practical hands on experience, with the aim of developing a solid knowledge and understanding of ceramic processes and techniques.
Please note we are aiming to run this subject to approval from City & Guilds.
You will need:
- a passion for clay
- a desire to create and develop a visual language using ceramic materials
- a willingness to extend your ceramic knowledge and an eagerness to try out new techniques and processes in the creation of original ceramic work
- Developing design ideas
- Using sampling techniques and processes in 2D/3D work
- Creating hand built ceramic forms
- Creating thrown functional items
A solid body of work produced will help create a portfolio that may be used to progress onto further education courses.
It will give the confidence, ability and skill set to create and produce a range of work that could be used as a commercial enterprise.
Available Sessions
We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor.
Enquiries Information
For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.
Available Sessions
| Title | Campus | Start | Spaces | Fee | Apply or get more information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Level 2 Certificate in Creative Techniques in 3D – Ceramics
Y10935BD1A-26/27-PT
|
Bangor
|
14/09/2026
Day: Thursday
Time: 09:30 |
15 | £551.00 |
|
|
Please select a campus from the list above to view the available sessions. |
||||||
Customer Enquiries
Need more information or have a question about this course? Send us a message below and we will get in touch.
Start New EnquiryTerms & Conditions
Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.
We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.
Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.
Further Education
If you have just completed your GCSEs, Further Education is most likely the option for you. FE covers qualifications from entry to higher level qualifications such as Awards, Certificates, Diplomas, NVQ, BTEC and Apprenticeships.
Explore Further Education