Art and Design (Fine Art)

Assessment

Qualifications and type of study: 1. Introductory project - September of Lower Five until January of Lower Five. Working on a set theme, pupils will explore and extend their drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D and digital skills. They will develop their understanding of Artists and their working practices, and learn how to evaluate and respond to them. This project is used as a springboard for the coursework: Portfolio Project. 2. Portfolio Project (worth 60%). An Individual Project. Preparatory investigation and outcome: Three terms to reflectively record observations, creatively make and experiment with materials, show contextual understanding, develop ideas and produce a final piece. 3. Externally Set Assignment (worth 40%). Preparatory investigation and outcome: Externally set titles with one term of preparation study and 10 hours of controlled examination conditions.