During the two-year Graphic Communication A Level, students will encounter a broad range of techniques and processes, and develop skills, ideas and experiences that support their creation of high-quality graphic designs and communication. Work produced on this course will demonstrate the use of creative skills to develop individual thoughts, feelings, observations and ideas within their projects. The course will introduce students to all aspects of graphic communication which could include advertising; packaging design; design for print; illustration; communication graphics; branding; multimedia; motion graphics; and design for film and television. Students will learn vital graphics skills as well as studying the work of other graphic designers to inspire their work. They will learn analytical skills in studying the work of others, as well as creating meaningful collections of their own.
Achieving a standard pass or higher in GCSE Art or Design is desirable.
All work is finally assessed at the end of Year Two Component 1 – Personal Investigation 96 marks: 60% of A Level NEA (non-exam assessment): portfolio of work, final outcome(s) and 1000-3000 word essay. Component 2 – Externally Set Assignment (non-exam assessment followed by 15-hour external exam) 96 marks: 40% of A Level Portfolio of preparatory work, and a final outcome generated in a 15-hour exam session in the summer.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | The White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane, Leeds, LS11 0LT |
During the two-year Graphic Communication A Level, students will encounter a broad range of techniques and processes, and develop skills, ideas and experiences that support their creation of high-quality graphic designs and communication. Work produced on this course will demonstrate the use of creative skills to develop individual thoughts, feelings, observations and ideas within their projects. The course will introduce students to all aspects of graphic communication which could include advertising; packaging design; design for print; illustration; communication graphics; branding; multimedia; motion graphics; and design for film and television. Students will learn vital graphics skills as well as studying the work of other graphic designers to inspire their work. They will learn analytical skills in studying the work of others, as well as creating meaningful collections of their own.
Achieving a standard pass or higher in GCSE Art or Design is desirable.
All work is finally assessed at the end of Year Two Component 1 – Personal Investigation 96 marks: 60% of A Level NEA (non-exam assessment): portfolio of work, final outcome(s) and 1000-3000 word essay. Component 2 – Externally Set Assignment (non-exam assessment followed by 15-hour external exam) 96 marks: 40% of A Level Portfolio of preparatory work, and a final outcome generated in a 15-hour exam session in the summer.