At A level, students are expected to demonstrate greater depth of study. The emphasis of the first year of the A level course will be on the development of understanding and skills using an appropriate range of materials, processes and techniques. Students will produce a collection of materials that exemplifies work carried out during this first year. This course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Art and Design or related subjects in Higher Education. In addition, it is suitable for the diverse range of candidates who wish to develop their interest in and enjoyment of Art and Design, fostering its value in lifelong learning.
GCSE Art grade 6,
Component 1: 60% of the total A-Level marks – 96 marks available. Personal Investigation Coursework no time limit This is a practical investigation supported by written material. (1000-3000 words). • Students are required to conduct a practical investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or component, supported by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. • The investigation should be a coherent, in-depth study that demonstrates the student’s ability to construct and develop a sustained line of reasoning from an initial starting point to a final realisation. • The investigation must show clear development from initial intentions to the final outcome or outcomes. It must include evidence of the student’s ability to research and develop ideas and relate their work in meaningful ways to relevant critical/contextual materials. • The investigation must be informed by an aspect of contemporary or past practice of artists, photographers, designers or craftspeople. Component 2: Separate question papers will be provided for each title. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points. Students are required to select one. Students will be provided with examination papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date. • Preparatory period – from 1 February • Following receipt of the paper students should consider the starting points and select one. Preparatory work should be presented in any suitable format, such as mounted sheets, design sheets, sketchbooks, workbooks, journals, models and maquettes. Supervised time – 15 hours Following the preparatory period, students must complete 15 hours of unaided, supervised time.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Charford Road, Bromsgrove, B60 3NL |
At A level, students are expected to demonstrate greater depth of study. The emphasis of the first year of the A level course will be on the development of understanding and skills using an appropriate range of materials, processes and techniques. Students will produce a collection of materials that exemplifies work carried out during this first year. This course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Art and Design or related subjects in Higher Education. In addition, it is suitable for the diverse range of candidates who wish to develop their interest in and enjoyment of Art and Design, fostering its value in lifelong learning.
GCSE Art grade 6,
Component 1: 60% of the total A-Level marks – 96 marks available. Personal Investigation Coursework no time limit This is a practical investigation supported by written material. (1000-3000 words). • Students are required to conduct a practical investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or component, supported by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. • The investigation should be a coherent, in-depth study that demonstrates the student’s ability to construct and develop a sustained line of reasoning from an initial starting point to a final realisation. • The investigation must show clear development from initial intentions to the final outcome or outcomes. It must include evidence of the student’s ability to research and develop ideas and relate their work in meaningful ways to relevant critical/contextual materials. • The investigation must be informed by an aspect of contemporary or past practice of artists, photographers, designers or craftspeople. Component 2: Separate question papers will be provided for each title. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points. Students are required to select one. Students will be provided with examination papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date. • Preparatory period – from 1 February • Following receipt of the paper students should consider the starting points and select one. Preparatory work should be presented in any suitable format, such as mounted sheets, design sheets, sketchbooks, workbooks, journals, models and maquettes. Supervised time – 15 hours Following the preparatory period, students must complete 15 hours of unaided, supervised time.