A Level 3D Design enables students to turn creative ideas into high quality three-dimensional objects. This includes models, exploratory practical work and final products – all made from resistant materials such as wood, metal, plastic and glass. Final pieces can range from sculpture and lighting to furniture and product design, and even theatre/architectural design. It is vital that students are open minded and ready to go on a creative journey of discovery. The final outcome/s should develop gradually over time, based on thorough exploration and the analytical study of sources including the work of inspirational artists and designers. Students explore sculptural art and product design from the 20th Century to now, examining influential artists, designers, iconic products, furniture and design movements. All creative thinking and practical exploration is documented and communicated through the keeping of sketchbooks. Students also produce an illustrated 1000 word essay linked closely to their major project (known as the ‘Personal Investigation’). The theme and direction of this is decided by each student, in discussion with their teacher. For creative University courses, 3D Design (Art and Design) is the ideal complementary subject alongside an A Level from the other Art disciplines ( Fine Art, Textiles, Photography). 3D Design encourages creative exploration and independent thinking, and in this way is ideal for developing work highly relevant to portfolio applications for a wide range of creative courses, including Art Foundation and Degrees courses in Product Design, Furniture Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Theatre Design.
For 16+ entry into our Sixth Form, your daughter will be required to sit three examination papers during the first week of November in the year prior to entry. Two of these papers are in subjects which your daughter is currently studying, or which she wishes to study in the Sixth Form at Downe House, as well as a General paper. These examinations are usually taken at your daughter’s current school and practice papers are available on request. Candidates are required to achieve a minimum of seven I/GCSE examinations at Grade 6 (B) or above, preferably with Grade 9/8 (A*) in those subjects she wishes to study in the Sixth Form. If your daughter does not follow an education system with formal examinations at 16+, further testing may be required and a transcript of grades acquired from their previous school. On completion of examination papers, successful candidates will be invited for an interview by the Head of Sixth Form and the Headmistress at the end of November. Offers will be made in December. There are also a number of scholarships available for pupils joining the Sixth Form. We strongly recommend early registration for your daughter. All offers and places are completed by April of the year prior to entry and availability of places in our Sixth Form is very limited.
60% The Personal Investigation: This is the ‘major project’- an in-depth critical, practical and theoretical investigative project/portfolio and outcome/s based on themes and subject matter that have personal significance. The personal investigation includes the completion of a 1000 word illustrated essay. This contains images and analytical text that relate to the research and practical work undertaken. 40% The Externally Set Assignment: This second project involves a 15 hour practical exam in the workshop (usually three x five hour days). This is based on a choice of stimulus material from the exam board (set in February of the UVI). The ‘practical exam days’ build on the research, design and practical work that will have been undertaken during that term.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £47,760 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £35,520 |
| Address | Cold Ash, Thatcham, RG18 9JJ |
A Level 3D Design enables students to turn creative ideas into high quality three-dimensional objects. This includes models, exploratory practical work and final products – all made from resistant materials such as wood, metal, plastic and glass. Final pieces can range from sculpture and lighting to furniture and product design, and even theatre/architectural design. It is vital that students are open minded and ready to go on a creative journey of discovery. The final outcome/s should develop gradually over time, based on thorough exploration and the analytical study of sources including the work of inspirational artists and designers. Students explore sculptural art and product design from the 20th Century to now, examining influential artists, designers, iconic products, furniture and design movements. All creative thinking and practical exploration is documented and communicated through the keeping of sketchbooks. Students also produce an illustrated 1000 word essay linked closely to their major project (known as the ‘Personal Investigation’). The theme and direction of this is decided by each student, in discussion with their teacher. For creative University courses, 3D Design (Art and Design) is the ideal complementary subject alongside an A Level from the other Art disciplines ( Fine Art, Textiles, Photography). 3D Design encourages creative exploration and independent thinking, and in this way is ideal for developing work highly relevant to portfolio applications for a wide range of creative courses, including Art Foundation and Degrees courses in Product Design, Furniture Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Theatre Design.
For 16+ entry into our Sixth Form, your daughter will be required to sit three examination papers during the first week of November in the year prior to entry. Two of these papers are in subjects which your daughter is currently studying, or which she wishes to study in the Sixth Form at Downe House, as well as a General paper. These examinations are usually taken at your daughter’s current school and practice papers are available on request. Candidates are required to achieve a minimum of seven I/GCSE examinations at Grade 6 (B) or above, preferably with Grade 9/8 (A*) in those subjects she wishes to study in the Sixth Form. If your daughter does not follow an education system with formal examinations at 16+, further testing may be required and a transcript of grades acquired from their previous school. On completion of examination papers, successful candidates will be invited for an interview by the Head of Sixth Form and the Headmistress at the end of November. Offers will be made in December. There are also a number of scholarships available for pupils joining the Sixth Form. We strongly recommend early registration for your daughter. All offers and places are completed by April of the year prior to entry and availability of places in our Sixth Form is very limited.
60% The Personal Investigation: This is the ‘major project’- an in-depth critical, practical and theoretical investigative project/portfolio and outcome/s based on themes and subject matter that have personal significance. The personal investigation includes the completion of a 1000 word illustrated essay. This contains images and analytical text that relate to the research and practical work undertaken. 40% The Externally Set Assignment: This second project involves a 15 hour practical exam in the workshop (usually three x five hour days). This is based on a choice of stimulus material from the exam board (set in February of the UVI). The ‘practical exam days’ build on the research, design and practical work that will have been undertaken during that term.