Course Overview

This is an adult afternoon course for those wanting to develop their creative journey with ceramics beyond the basics.

Students will have worked with clay before and will be ready to explore new techniques including more advanced pattern making, throwing techniques and working with finishes and glazes in more depth.

You will learn to develop your skills with instructor-led support from Tony Francis, an experienced educator and practising artist. The second part of the course will be dedicated to applying these techniques towards the design and creation of your own ceramics project.

The main materials and equipment to be used will be provided and are covered within the course fees but depending on the specificity of your project, students may need to provide their own materials.

Additional costs:

The main materials and equipment to be used will be provided and are covered within the course fees but depending on the specificity of your project, students may need to provide their own materials.

Assessment Methods

The course will be assessed through observation and feedback at the mid-point and end of the course in line with the course aims and students’ own aims set out at the beginning of the course.

Progression Options

Students may wish to progress to the Advanced Ceramics course delivered in the summer term or there is potential to enrol onto an exciting new Creative Practitioner Degree course planned for September 2025 at University Centre Somerset where your hobby can become a dynamic career.