Art A level at Ampleforth is an exciting and challenging course. Year 12 students start the year with the transition skills-based course, teaching a greater understanding of the language of art, alongside a series of collaborative and open-ended workshops, designed to develop their ability to explore ideas and media creatively. In addition, students attend a weekly critical studies seminar in which they are introduced to a wide range of ideas and weekly Art History lessons. In the Lent term of Year 12 students begin Component 1, the Personal Investigation which is completed in Year 13. From February in Year 13 they complete their externally set task. Students work in one or more of the following areas: drawing and painting; mixed-media, including collage and assemblage; sculpture; ceramics; installation; printmaking (relief, intaglio, screen processes and lithography); moving image and photography. Drawing is an integral part of the course and students do regular life drawing classes, as well as exploring the use of drawing for different purposes. Knowledge and understanding of both contemporary and historical art is an integral part of the course and students explore a wide range of sources.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. Art GCSE preferred
• Component 1: Personal Investigation. 60% of A level It includes a written element of no less than 1,000 and no more than 3,000 words which supports the practical work. This component is a self-directed study based on a personal issue, interest or theme. Students are expected to work independently, demonstrating increasing confidence in their ability to explore and handle ideas, materials, techniques and processes. • Component 2: Externally Set Task. 40% of A level. In response to one of a choice of broad starting points, students produce a project of developmental studies culminating in a 15 hour ‘exam’ to produce a final outcome or series of outcomes.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £46,740 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £32,520 |
| Address | Ampleforth, York, YO62 4ER |
Art A level at Ampleforth is an exciting and challenging course. Year 12 students start the year with the transition skills-based course, teaching a greater understanding of the language of art, alongside a series of collaborative and open-ended workshops, designed to develop their ability to explore ideas and media creatively. In addition, students attend a weekly critical studies seminar in which they are introduced to a wide range of ideas and weekly Art History lessons. In the Lent term of Year 12 students begin Component 1, the Personal Investigation which is completed in Year 13. From February in Year 13 they complete their externally set task. Students work in one or more of the following areas: drawing and painting; mixed-media, including collage and assemblage; sculpture; ceramics; installation; printmaking (relief, intaglio, screen processes and lithography); moving image and photography. Drawing is an integral part of the course and students do regular life drawing classes, as well as exploring the use of drawing for different purposes. Knowledge and understanding of both contemporary and historical art is an integral part of the course and students explore a wide range of sources.
In general, we request a minimum of 3 Grade 6s and 2 Grade 5s. Art GCSE preferred
• Component 1: Personal Investigation. 60% of A level It includes a written element of no less than 1,000 and no more than 3,000 words which supports the practical work. This component is a self-directed study based on a personal issue, interest or theme. Students are expected to work independently, demonstrating increasing confidence in their ability to explore and handle ideas, materials, techniques and processes. • Component 2: Externally Set Task. 40% of A level. In response to one of a choice of broad starting points, students produce a project of developmental studies culminating in a 15 hour ‘exam’ to produce a final outcome or series of outcomes.