If students choose 3D Design/Ceramics, they will have their own discrete Sixth Form studio space, in which students can work independently outside of timetabled lessons. During the two-year A-Level course, students will spend the first year being introduced to a variety of new approaches and techniques such as: breeze block carving, plaster carving, mould making, wire-manipulation, wheel work, clay modelling and other clay techniques through a series of skills-based workshops. In their second year they will be expected to produce a Personal Investigation which develops a technique/material of their choice. This consists of a sketchbook with research, artist investigations and development of ideas with test pieces that relate to sketchbook work and a final 3-D outcome. A course in three-dimensional design will enable you to select appropriate materials and learn how they fit together, develop an understanding of scale and experiment with texture and surface finish. Students take part in trips to galleries and museums (when we can), broadening their subject knowledge and understanding of the creative culture to which they belong. Three-dimensional design is a great companion to all other subjects as creativity, imagination and problem-solving skills can give you great ideas for your other subjects. It is the ideal opportunity to explore ideas and develop skills and is a great first step for those who wish to follow a course in art and design at university. Its balance of practical, academic and analytical skills are widely transferable and students intending to study courses unrelated to art and design find that it complements their other subject choices.