History of Art
Gresham's School - Norfolk
01263714500
Cromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA
Course summary

The qualification inspires pupils to engage with visual culture in many forms and with a new global perspective. Pupils will gain an understanding of the relationship between art and society; art historical terms, concepts and issues; the influence of cultural and political factors, differences in materials, techniques and processes in both art and architecture over time. Year 12 Paper 1: THEMES • Visual analysis (painting, sculpture and architecture) • Two Themes are studied in depth: • Nature in Art • Identities in Art Year 13 Paper 2: PERIODS Two Periods are studied in depth: • Power and Persuasion: The Baroque in Catholic Europe (1597-1685) • Brave New World: ‘Modernism’ in Europe (1900-1939)

Entry requirements

None required, although a Grade 6 in IGCSE English or equivalent would be beneficial. A genuine enthusiasm for all aspects of the subject are expected.

How you'll be assessed

• There are two written exams at the end of Year 13 • Each exam is worth 50% of the A level grade

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding Fee£43,800
Sixth Form FeeDay £30,570
AddressCromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA