A qualification in Art and Design enables one to progress onto a university art course or a pre-degree foundation course in Art & Design; leading to a broad range of specialisms such as architecture, animation, game design, graphic design, printmaking, sculpture, product design, engineering design, interior, 3D, industrial, textile, fashion, theatre, transport, graphic, product and environmental design, photography, typography, computer graphics, illustration, art gallery/museum work, conservation of artworks and the history of art. This course will provide the student with an experience which will develop in them an ability to communicate ideas visually; a skill which is transferable to many occupations. It will allow the individual to control media and processes and develop a greater awareness of oneself, of the environment and culture. It offers a stimulating course of study both for students wishing to continue with Art & Design as a career, as well as those, whether Arts or Science, who want to use Art & Design as an additional subject for university entry. Many professions require the skilful use and safe handling of tools, if dexterity is part of a career plan, then Art and Design should be considered. Depending on the interests and strengths of the individual, and through discussion with the Subject Leader an art endorsement may be taken in either Fine Art, Textiles or Photography. The college has a designated post-16 art room, in which every A-level art student has their workspace. Students make good use of this space during their free study periods and benefit from having a creative environment in which they can work at any time. The Department is very well-supervised and has an open-door policy. After-hours pupils are always given lots of extra time and support, and the facilities are very well used during lunch breaks and after school.
Students will have a minimum of 6 GCSE subjects at Level 5 (grade C) or above and the following subjects also have additional requirements: • Further Mathematics: Level 7 in GCSE Mathematics • Science subjects: Level 6 in GCSE Mathematics • P.E: Club-level participation in at least one sport • Music: Proficiency in an instrument/voice to at least grade 5 level and GCSE music • Art and Design: A strong portfolio of work, if GCSE has not been studied previously
The course covers a wide range of creative disciplines including observational study, composition, critical studies, two-dimensional design, printmaking and ceramics. Students cover these subjects through a series of mini-projects in Year 12. Prep work is expected to be completed outside lesson time. Students who want to achieve an A-level take the second year which builds on the first year’s work to develop and refine practical skills and creative thinking. In the second year, one of the units includes a written component on an aspect of art history within a personal investigation. This component makes up 60% of the overall A Level. The remaining 40% of the course is based on an externally set exam. The theme of this exam is set by the exam board. Students undertake a 15-hour exam to complete this unit.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £26,514 - £37,458 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £10,650 - £16,473 |
| Address | Wood Road, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton, WV6 8QX |
A qualification in Art and Design enables one to progress onto a university art course or a pre-degree foundation course in Art & Design; leading to a broad range of specialisms such as architecture, animation, game design, graphic design, printmaking, sculpture, product design, engineering design, interior, 3D, industrial, textile, fashion, theatre, transport, graphic, product and environmental design, photography, typography, computer graphics, illustration, art gallery/museum work, conservation of artworks and the history of art. This course will provide the student with an experience which will develop in them an ability to communicate ideas visually; a skill which is transferable to many occupations. It will allow the individual to control media and processes and develop a greater awareness of oneself, of the environment and culture. It offers a stimulating course of study both for students wishing to continue with Art & Design as a career, as well as those, whether Arts or Science, who want to use Art & Design as an additional subject for university entry. Many professions require the skilful use and safe handling of tools, if dexterity is part of a career plan, then Art and Design should be considered. Depending on the interests and strengths of the individual, and through discussion with the Subject Leader an art endorsement may be taken in either Fine Art, Textiles or Photography. The college has a designated post-16 art room, in which every A-level art student has their workspace. Students make good use of this space during their free study periods and benefit from having a creative environment in which they can work at any time. The Department is very well-supervised and has an open-door policy. After-hours pupils are always given lots of extra time and support, and the facilities are very well used during lunch breaks and after school.
Students will have a minimum of 6 GCSE subjects at Level 5 (grade C) or above and the following subjects also have additional requirements: • Further Mathematics: Level 7 in GCSE Mathematics • Science subjects: Level 6 in GCSE Mathematics • P.E: Club-level participation in at least one sport • Music: Proficiency in an instrument/voice to at least grade 5 level and GCSE music • Art and Design: A strong portfolio of work, if GCSE has not been studied previously
The course covers a wide range of creative disciplines including observational study, composition, critical studies, two-dimensional design, printmaking and ceramics. Students cover these subjects through a series of mini-projects in Year 12. Prep work is expected to be completed outside lesson time. Students who want to achieve an A-level take the second year which builds on the first year’s work to develop and refine practical skills and creative thinking. In the second year, one of the units includes a written component on an aspect of art history within a personal investigation. This component makes up 60% of the overall A Level. The remaining 40% of the course is based on an externally set exam. The theme of this exam is set by the exam board. Students undertake a 15-hour exam to complete this unit.