Course Summary
The programme enables students to become teachers of visual art in second level schools and other educational settings.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a Bachelor Degree in Fine Art or Design (Level 8) 2nd Class Honours or an equivalent qualification.
International Applicants
Non-EU applicants should apply directly to the International Office at TUS allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Contact: [email protected]
Garda Vetting
School placement is a mandatory component of this cours. Applicants must obtain Garda Vetting before they embark on their placements – please be advised that a criminal conviction may be a challenge to securing work placements.
Application Details
Applications Open: 5th January 2026; Application Deadline: 30th March 2026.
Application Deadline – Friday 31st March 2025
Fees
Applications open for 2023
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Career Progression
Visual Art Teacher across a number of educational sectors including:
Second level Schools
Colleges of Further Education
Arts and Health
Arts and the Community
Gallery/Museum education
The teaching qualification is recognised internationally and provides career opportunities overseas.
Further Study
Post Graduate studies within the department include research Masters and Doctorate studies.