Glass Blowing
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Skills training is about to move into a new dimension with an innovative new course at The College.
The new one-year glass blowing course has been designed by master craftsman Rob Marshall who hopes to help save this traditional skill from disappearing. Rob says, "There are fewer than 100 glass blowers operating in the UK. I was privileged to learn from master glassmaker Ronnie Wilkinson at the Glasshouse, Convent Garden, the UK's longest established glass studio.
Rob feels passionately that traditional skills are at risk of being lost forever unless colleges are able to train a new generation of specialist glass craftsmen.
The BTEC Level 3 course in Design Crafts (Hot Glass Techniques) is likely to attract students from across the UK and overseas students. Aimed at all ages, applicants will need to be able to be able to show a creative portfolio and demonstrate they are committed to developing these specialist skills.
The Bournemouth and Poole College leads the way in post-16 education for the arts, including performance arts
Les Lees, Head of Creative Industries at The College added, "The Bournemouth and Poole College leads the way in post-16 education for the arts, including performance arts. We are really pleased to add hot glass techniques to our portfolio. We offer a fantastic choice of arts disciplines, and are proud of our specialist resources and teaching staff who help people develop their artistic talents in a fun and creative environment."
The College is also introducing a new Foundation Degree in Applied Art & Design, which incorporates multi-disciplines from glass to metals, ceramics, print and textiles.
For further information please call The College Helpline on 01202 205205 or email The College at enquiries@thecollege.co.uk
