Age 16-18
- Beginner-level adult course in this subject area at New City College.
- Ceramic artist roles, freelance pottery work, or further study in advanced ceramics and pottery techniques.
Course Overview
Fee disclaimer
- This is a full-cost course and not eligible for government funding.
- A £30 membership fee applies to all students.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements, though an interest in pottery or craftwork is recommended.
Course information
The Pottery and Ceramics course teaches students the techniques of hand-building, wheel-throwing, glazing, and firing pottery, providing the foundation for creating functional and decorative ceramics.
Suitable for anyone interested in learning pottery techniques, from beginners to those looking to improve their skills in ceramics.
Key topics
- Pinching
- Coiling
- Slabbing
- Modelling
- Press Moulding
- Imprinting
- Decorating and Glazing
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Next steps
Pottery and ceramics are growing in popularity, with many people pursuing these crafts for personal enjoyment and as a viable business or artistic venture.
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Why study at NCC?
- Expert teaching – Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
- Flexible study options – Part-time, evening and online learning available
- Career progression routes – From entry level to professional qualifications
- Outstanding support – One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
- Ofsted-rated Outstanding – Quality teaching and support you can trust
- Modern facilities – Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
- Employer links – Courses shaped by local and national job market needs
Select your campus option to enrol
Dates
Schedule
Max. fee if paid
Start: 16/09/2025
End: 02/12/2025
Tue (13:30 - 15:30)
£200.00
Start: 06/01/2026
End: 17/03/2026
Tue (13:30 - 15:30)
£200.00
Start: 06/01/2026
End: 17/03/2026
Tue (19:00 - 21:00)
£200.00
Start: 21/04/2026
End: 02/06/2026
Tue (19:00 - 21:00)
£200.00
Start: 21/04/2026
End: 30/06/2026
Tue (13:30 - 15:30)
£200.00
Dates
Schedule
Max. fee if paid
Start: 16/09/2025
End: 25/11/2025
Tue (17:45 - 20:45)
£300.00
Start: 06/01/2026
End: 17/03/2026
Tue (17:45 - 20:45)
£300.00
Start: 21/04/2026
End: 30/06/2026
Tue (17:45 - 20:45)
£300.00
Dates
Schedule
Max. fee if paid
Start: 18/09/2025
End: 27/11/2025
Thu (18:00 - 20:30)
£200.00
Start: 08/01/2026
End: 19/03/2026
Thu (18:00 - 20:30)
£200.00
Start: 23/04/2026
End: 02/07/2026
Thu (18:00 - 20:30)
£200.00
What Can This Course Lead To
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