Art and Design

Assessment

• 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.