Students are encouraged to become self-directing when approaching the A level and while some skills with FINE ART materials are developed from their GCSE experience, the direction the work takes should be owned by the student. Term 1:Induction project based on photography and Nature. Students are introduced to the course and set tasks. Term 2: Developmental and personal study project work using drawing painting print Photoshop. Tutors will interview and discuss the work of students individually advising and encouraging. Term 3: Personal study development using composition. Draft written work for the chosen Personal Study begins. The work for the Personal study written work is collated and compiled and the practical work is directed on an individual basis. Year 13 Term 1: Ceramic 3D work is developed within the confines of personal study . Final designs and preparation for the final Large painting are undertaken. Term 2 - 3: Complete personal written study, developments, and a large painting.