Art and Design
A-Level
[ Art Gallery ]
There are a number of options available in Art and Design. You may take a general practical course which will cover drawing, painting and sculpture (Fine Art) or specialise in photography (Photography), or take a more theoretical course looking at aspects of the history and meaning of art, architecture and design (Historical and Critical). Each course will have a clear and detailed guide, which will give information on our expectations and assessment.
Art is both a means of communication and a vehicle for expression. Through the development of practical skills, visual perception and aesthetic awareness you are encouraged to approach making and understanding art with imagination and sensitivity.
All courses require a personal study on some aspect of Art and Design, which may be presented in a variety of ways. Students taking any of the courses will be required to take part in drawing from life on a regular basis.
EXAMINATION BOARD
OCR (Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Examinations).
ASSESSMENT
The three units for AS are two coursework pieces, a personal investigation
and a practical examination. At A2 there is a further coursework piece,
a personal study and a final practical examination.
WHERE IT LEADS
A Level Art and Design is essential for entry into Art higher education
either through a foundation course or direct. It is useful for architecture
and any design related course. It may lead to specialist courses in Fine
Art, Sculpture, Photography, Textiles, Fashion, Jewellery Making, Model
Making, Film Making, Graphic Design.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
It is desirable but not essential to have C at GCSE. You will need imagination,
determination and most of all an open and flexible approach to learning.
