Before you enrol on this course
If you are paying the full fee, the quickest way to enrol is online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk, simply create an account and select enrol now. Alternatively, you will need to speak to one of our customer service team on 01752 660713.

Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements, this course is for complete beginners. People with a limited amount of knowledge on the subject may join this course to refresh their knowledge.

Who is this course for?
Anyone that would like to start to improve their drawing skills. This is a perfect mindfulness activity that can enhanced your wellbeing.

Course aims
This hands-on introductory course is aimed at beginners and improvers in creating geometry as an art form and to underpin broader design skills. It will introduce you to various symbols of geometric constructions, beginning with the ancient seed flower and gradually moving from this foundational structure to develop more complex shapes We will explore some of the history of how this timeless art and design has been used architecturally and is still relevant today in design. The course will discuss various compass types and you will learn how to hold and use the tools appropriately to achieve accurate drawings. The course naturally underpins easy-to-learn measuring and proportion skills as a framework for your geometry constructions. If you are looking to enhance this area of your current maths studies and begin a creative learning journey in which combining numbers, lines, angles, and measuring skills will be useful then this course will suit you. Geometry is also known to support the connection to both our analytical and intuitive ways of working, it enables us to problem-solve and be creative at the same time. The skills you learn will improve your eye-hand coordination and organically expand your untapped creative potential.

How will the course be delivered?
This is a practical course and the sessions will include tutor-led demonstrations, learner-led group activities, instruction and repetition. These will form part of the delivery together with one-to-one support as required.

Will I need to study or practise outside the classroom?
It is always useful to practise your skills between sessions. But there is no formal requirement to do so.

How will I know I'm making progress?
During the first session, your tutor will discuss your goals and current level in relation to the course. Based on this assessment, you will agree individual targets which you will record in your individual learning plan (ILP). You and your tutor will review your targets regularly to ensure that you are making progress; these will be written in your individual learning plan.

What will I need for the course?
Please bring a pen, notepad and a file for your hand-outs.

Progression
To a range of courses including art and wellbeing Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information of what progression is available. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Career opportunities
Mindfulness within daily life, how to improve Maths skills, gain confidence.

Please note:
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match funding for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.