During the first year of the course, students will investigate and experiment with a wide range of materials in order to develop their understanding and improve their technical ability with a variety of media and processes. At A-Level students will get the chance to try techniques they may not have had the chance to try at GCSE level such as screen printing, dry-point etching, and oil painting. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of starting points and be encouraged to take risks and be adventurous in their work. Students will be expected to use their independent study time effectively in order to make rapid progress and are welcome to use the Art Department facilities during this time.
34 points minimum. These should include Art and English at Grade 4 minimum. A student who has not studied for a GCSE in Art may be considered after the submission of a portfolio of work and/or an essay.
Component 1: This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a personal investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or theme of their choosing, supported by an essay of 1500-3000 words. Component one makes up 60% of the course. Component 2: For the externally set assignment students will be given a theme set by the exam board. Through research and practical experimentation, students will develop a body of work that explores this theme. Students will be given eight weeks of preparatory time and 15 hours of exam time to create final outcomes. Component two makes up 40% of the course.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Phoenix Drive, Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, MK6 5EN |
During the first year of the course, students will investigate and experiment with a wide range of materials in order to develop their understanding and improve their technical ability with a variety of media and processes. At A-Level students will get the chance to try techniques they may not have had the chance to try at GCSE level such as screen printing, dry-point etching, and oil painting. Students will have the opportunity to explore a range of starting points and be encouraged to take risks and be adventurous in their work. Students will be expected to use their independent study time effectively in order to make rapid progress and are welcome to use the Art Department facilities during this time.
34 points minimum. These should include Art and English at Grade 4 minimum. A student who has not studied for a GCSE in Art may be considered after the submission of a portfolio of work and/or an essay.
Component 1: This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a personal investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or theme of their choosing, supported by an essay of 1500-3000 words. Component one makes up 60% of the course. Component 2: For the externally set assignment students will be given a theme set by the exam board. Through research and practical experimentation, students will develop a body of work that explores this theme. Students will be given eight weeks of preparatory time and 15 hours of exam time to create final outcomes. Component two makes up 40% of the course.