The A Level Art and Design specification gives students a platform to develop their skills and abilities in a wide range of academic areas. There is still a heavy emphasis on practical, skills-based work. However, the new assessment criteria place increased importance on the need for rigorous critical and contextual understanding as evidenced in the analytical essay component of Unit 2. More so than at any time in the AS era, an A Level in Art is recognised as testifying to a student’s academic research prowess as well as identifying them as a skilful, creative individual.
GCSE at grade C/5 or assessment by the Head of Art.
COMPONENT 1: PERSONAL INVESTIGATION (50% of the total qualification) This incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work and a critical/contextual essay of not less than 1000 words. Supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of experimental outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points. The critical essay will analyse and explore contemporary and historical themes relating to the development portfolio. COMPONENT2: EXTERNALLY SET ASSIGNMENT This incorporates two major elements: preparatory studies and a 15 hour period of sustained focus during which a major piece or pieces of work must be made in response to the preparatory studies. Preparatory studies will comprise a portfolio of practical and written development work based on the Externally Set Assignment theme provided by Edexcel.
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The A Level Art and Design specification gives students a platform to develop their skills and abilities in a wide range of academic areas. There is still a heavy emphasis on practical, skills-based work. However, the new assessment criteria place increased importance on the need for rigorous critical and contextual understanding as evidenced in the analytical essay component of Unit 2. More so than at any time in the AS era, an A Level in Art is recognised as testifying to a student’s academic research prowess as well as identifying them as a skilful, creative individual.
GCSE at grade C/5 or assessment by the Head of Art.
COMPONENT 1: PERSONAL INVESTIGATION (50% of the total qualification) This incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work and a critical/contextual essay of not less than 1000 words. Supporting studies and practical work will comprise a portfolio of experimental outcomes based on themes and ideas developed from personal starting points. The critical essay will analyse and explore contemporary and historical themes relating to the development portfolio. COMPONENT2: EXTERNALLY SET ASSIGNMENT This incorporates two major elements: preparatory studies and a 15 hour period of sustained focus during which a major piece or pieces of work must be made in response to the preparatory studies. Preparatory studies will comprise a portfolio of practical and written development work based on the Externally Set Assignment theme provided by Edexcel.