Distance Learning Courses

Ars Longa, Vita Brevis: Art is long, life is short

Photography, Film & Digital Media

Featured Course:

Photography 1: Art of Photography

Art History

Featured Course:

Understanding Art 1: Western Art

Creative Writing

Featured Course:

Writing 1: Lifelines - Autobiography

Fine Art

Featured Course:

Drawing 1: Start Drawing

Music

Featured Course:

Composing Music 1

Textiles

Featured Course:

Textiles 1: A Creative Approach

All of our courses fit into a clear structure to help you develop. Courses are at three levels and the level one courses are designed to support you even if you only have the basics when you start. As long as you are interested in the subject you will find the courses enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.

Included in the course price are:

  • Your course materials
  • A personal tutor who will give you tailored feedback on your assignments
  • Access to the student forums where you can discuss your work and key issues in your field with other students, course leaders and OCA staff
  • Access to resources to support your study such as the Bridgeman Art Library
  • Assessment of your work on completion and registration of credits towards a qualification.

Upcoming Workshops

September 25th 2010

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September 3rd 2010

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August 17th 2010

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July 19th 2010

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