Coursework involves students in selecting and presenting work, which demonstrates their strengths across areas of knowledge and a range of skills. These must show an ability to sustain lines of enquiry independently. The examination involves the student bringing together and making connections between contextual art, experimenting with different techniques / skills and applying these by responding to a theme. Year 1: Coursework for the portfolio of work develops skills and techniques within two projects which are based on different themes and photographers. The students need to show a selection of thoughtfully presented work that demonstrates the depth and breadth of the course. There is a 5-hour exam in December at the end of the first term and another 5-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce final outcomes in May. Year 2 (until January 31st): Coursework for the portfolio of work sees the students develop a personal investigation/ practical project based on an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by a written element of 1000-3000 words. This project will culminate in a 10-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce a final outcome in December.
At least 5 GCSEs at grades 9-5, including English and Mathemati cs. A Level 6 in GCSE Art or Photography is required or a portfolio of work that demo nstrates the ability to work at that level. Availability of a digital SLR camera is necessary.
Component 1: Personal Investigation (Portfolio of work) Weighting: 60% Marks: 96 Length of exam: No time limit Component 2: Externally Set Assignment Weighting: 40% Marks: 96 Length of exam: Prep time + 15 hours exam time Exam: Students select a question title from the exam board which acts as a starting point when they receive their exam papers on February 1st. There will be a 15-hour time limited, unaided, supervised exam in the summer term. Candidates produce a clearly defined selection of work which will lead to a finished piece and be handed in at the end of their exam.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,085 - £20,193 |
| Address | Church Street, Ewell, Epsom, KT17 2AW |
Coursework involves students in selecting and presenting work, which demonstrates their strengths across areas of knowledge and a range of skills. These must show an ability to sustain lines of enquiry independently. The examination involves the student bringing together and making connections between contextual art, experimenting with different techniques / skills and applying these by responding to a theme. Year 1: Coursework for the portfolio of work develops skills and techniques within two projects which are based on different themes and photographers. The students need to show a selection of thoughtfully presented work that demonstrates the depth and breadth of the course. There is a 5-hour exam in December at the end of the first term and another 5-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce final outcomes in May. Year 2 (until January 31st): Coursework for the portfolio of work sees the students develop a personal investigation/ practical project based on an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by a written element of 1000-3000 words. This project will culminate in a 10-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce a final outcome in December.
At least 5 GCSEs at grades 9-5, including English and Mathemati cs. A Level 6 in GCSE Art or Photography is required or a portfolio of work that demo nstrates the ability to work at that level. Availability of a digital SLR camera is necessary.
Component 1: Personal Investigation (Portfolio of work) Weighting: 60% Marks: 96 Length of exam: No time limit Component 2: Externally Set Assignment Weighting: 40% Marks: 96 Length of exam: Prep time + 15 hours exam time Exam: Students select a question title from the exam board which acts as a starting point when they receive their exam papers on February 1st. There will be a 15-hour time limited, unaided, supervised exam in the summer term. Candidates produce a clearly defined selection of work which will lead to a finished piece and be handed in at the end of their exam.