Art and Design (Fine Art)
The Kings of Wessex Academy - Somerset
01934742608
Station Road, Cheddar, BS27 3AQ
Course summary

Art / Photography /Textiles - If you are self-motivated and passionate about art and design or are inspired by the challenge of working creatively to a project theme or design brief, then this is the course for you. You will get hands-on experience in a range of art, craft and design disciplines from fine art, drawing, painting , mixed media, sculpture, ceramics and print-making to digital design, textiles and photography. Through creative problem-solving, critical thinking and analysis you will build your knowledge of historic and contemporary art practice which will influence your creative directions and practical work. Enrichment opportunities included artist-led workshops, visits to local art galleries, residential trips to London, Paris and/or Barcelona.

Entry requirements

- Standard Entry Requirements including GCSE Grade 4 or above in a creative subject. Throughout the course you are required to purchase top-up sketchbooks, portfolio and specialist materials for finished outcomes. Sketchbooks can be purchased from the Kings' art shop at cost price via ParentPay. - By the end of Year 11 they will have 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above. - Ideally have GCSE Grade 4 or above in English Language and GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths.

How you'll be assessed

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthoritySomerset
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressStation Road, Cheddar, BS27 3AQ