A Level students are introduced to a variety of drawing and painting, design and media, processes and techniques to develop a truly personal and original project. The course also allows for the opportunity to respond to and contextualise both contemporary art and art history. A strong emphasis is placed on the skills of observing, recording and exploring ideas. Drawing and painting skills are a constant constituent throughout the course in order for the students to develop a strong ability to convey ideas through their art .
Grade 6 in Art
Component 1 – Personal investigation 60% – This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a practical investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme, support ed by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished out come or a series of related finished outcomes. Component 2 – Externally set assignment 40% – Separate examination papers will be provided for each title. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points, of which students are required to select one. Upper Sixth students will be provided with examinations papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date. The preparatory period commences from 1 February.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £31,020 - £40,440 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £10,890 - £21,120 |
| Address | Cottles Park, Atworth, Wiltshire, SN12 8NT |
A Level students are introduced to a variety of drawing and painting, design and media, processes and techniques to develop a truly personal and original project. The course also allows for the opportunity to respond to and contextualise both contemporary art and art history. A strong emphasis is placed on the skills of observing, recording and exploring ideas. Drawing and painting skills are a constant constituent throughout the course in order for the students to develop a strong ability to convey ideas through their art .
Grade 6 in Art
Component 1 – Personal investigation 60% – This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a practical investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme, support ed by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished out come or a series of related finished outcomes. Component 2 – Externally set assignment 40% – Separate examination papers will be provided for each title. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points, of which students are required to select one. Upper Sixth students will be provided with examinations papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date. The preparatory period commences from 1 February.