Art is a subject which can open eyes and stimulate an intellectual, emotional and physical response. The Art and Design course covers a broad spectrum. Students will develop skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography. The course consists of integrated practical, critical and theoretical study using a variety of media and processes. This will be supported by the use of sketchbooks and first-hand experience of relevant works of art, craft and design. The Art department encourages students to develop intellectual, imaginative, creative and intuitive powers; investigative, analytical, experimental, practical, technical and expressive skills, aesthetic understanding and critical judgement; an understanding of the interrelationships between art, craft and design and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate; knowledge and understanding of art, craft and design in contemporary society and in other times and cultures. We aim to develop the skills of the individual, helping them attain their true potential whilst increasing their personal confidence and so developing an enthusiasm for the subject.
It is felt that 9 to 6 grade GCSE candidates will be well prepared for the Advanced Level courses. Other candidates will be considered on presentation of a portfolio of work and on evidence of a total commitment to the subject.
The A-Level award comprises of two assessment units. Component 1, the Personal Investigation, requires students to submit a personal practical project. Component 2 is the externally set assignment and is in two parts: a preparatory period when candidates carry out their research and investigations; and a timed fifteen hour unaided period, when candidates are required to produce a final outcome.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Bolton |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £13,632 |
| Address | Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 4PA |
Art is a subject which can open eyes and stimulate an intellectual, emotional and physical response. The Art and Design course covers a broad spectrum. Students will develop skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography. The course consists of integrated practical, critical and theoretical study using a variety of media and processes. This will be supported by the use of sketchbooks and first-hand experience of relevant works of art, craft and design. The Art department encourages students to develop intellectual, imaginative, creative and intuitive powers; investigative, analytical, experimental, practical, technical and expressive skills, aesthetic understanding and critical judgement; an understanding of the interrelationships between art, craft and design and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate; knowledge and understanding of art, craft and design in contemporary society and in other times and cultures. We aim to develop the skills of the individual, helping them attain their true potential whilst increasing their personal confidence and so developing an enthusiasm for the subject.
It is felt that 9 to 6 grade GCSE candidates will be well prepared for the Advanced Level courses. Other candidates will be considered on presentation of a portfolio of work and on evidence of a total commitment to the subject.
The A-Level award comprises of two assessment units. Component 1, the Personal Investigation, requires students to submit a personal practical project. Component 2 is the externally set assignment and is in two parts: a preparatory period when candidates carry out their research and investigations; and a timed fifteen hour unaided period, when candidates are required to produce a final outcome.