On the A-Level Art course students experience a number of media, developing their technical abilities as well as a critical awareness of various artists to help develop their ideas. Students work on their own chosen theme and interest area, in their own personal studio space in the 6th Form Art studio. The course is based around hard work, enthusiasm and the drive of personal investigation and independent study. Students work in a productive but relaxed atmosphere, working alongside the teacher who supports and advises the student on lines of enquiry for their particular theme and assists with technical demonstrations of media as required. Final results range from sculptures and decorative textiles to large canvases. An exhibition of all work takes place at the end of the two years.
- To take A-Level Art students need to have a Grade 5 or above in GCSE Art. They will need a good English Language GCSE Grade. Enthusiasm, drive and commitment are essential as is the ability to do independent study and research. Good observational skills are also essential. - 5 GCSE's grades 4-9
Component 1 - Personal investigation (Year 12 & first term of Year 13) Following an initial introduction to develop skills and techniques students produce a practical unit of work based on developing an idea/theme/issue/concept of personal choice supported by a written element (between 1000—3000 words), practical work must lead to a finished outcome or series of related finished outcomes. Students must identify the focus of their investigation independently and need to show preparatory work, research and development of ideas as well as final piece/s. The written element can take a variety of forms and is in support of the investigations showing independent research and analysis of artists work linked to the project theme and how it influences their work. Component 2 - Externally set assignment (Feb 1st to Mid-April in Year 13) Students select one from a range of externally set starting points. Students produce preparatory work, research and development of ideas ending with a 15 hour exam where they produce their final outcome/piece or pieces. After completion of Component 2, you and your teacher will put up an exhibition of your work to be moderated– the deadline for work to be exhibited is 1st May.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Ofsted Rating | Serious Weaknesses |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Christian Head, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4HA |
On the A-Level Art course students experience a number of media, developing their technical abilities as well as a critical awareness of various artists to help develop their ideas. Students work on their own chosen theme and interest area, in their own personal studio space in the 6th Form Art studio. The course is based around hard work, enthusiasm and the drive of personal investigation and independent study. Students work in a productive but relaxed atmosphere, working alongside the teacher who supports and advises the student on lines of enquiry for their particular theme and assists with technical demonstrations of media as required. Final results range from sculptures and decorative textiles to large canvases. An exhibition of all work takes place at the end of the two years.
- To take A-Level Art students need to have a Grade 5 or above in GCSE Art. They will need a good English Language GCSE Grade. Enthusiasm, drive and commitment are essential as is the ability to do independent study and research. Good observational skills are also essential. - 5 GCSE's grades 4-9
Component 1 - Personal investigation (Year 12 & first term of Year 13) Following an initial introduction to develop skills and techniques students produce a practical unit of work based on developing an idea/theme/issue/concept of personal choice supported by a written element (between 1000—3000 words), practical work must lead to a finished outcome or series of related finished outcomes. Students must identify the focus of their investigation independently and need to show preparatory work, research and development of ideas as well as final piece/s. The written element can take a variety of forms and is in support of the investigations showing independent research and analysis of artists work linked to the project theme and how it influences their work. Component 2 - Externally set assignment (Feb 1st to Mid-April in Year 13) Students select one from a range of externally set starting points. Students produce preparatory work, research and development of ideas ending with a 15 hour exam where they produce their final outcome/piece or pieces. After completion of Component 2, you and your teacher will put up an exhibition of your work to be moderated– the deadline for work to be exhibited is 1st May.