Art and Design (Fine Art)

Assessment

Component 1: Personal Investigation: This component is weighted 60% of the total qualification. It is a practical investigation supported by a sketchbook (a collection of personal 2D artwork). Students are required to conduct a practical investigation of a provided idea, issue, concept or theme. The focus of the research must be identified independently by the student and lead to the production of a series of paintings, drawings and other 2D media. The investigation should be a coherent, in-depth study which shows clear development from initial intentions to an outcome or outcomes informed by relevant critical and contextual materials. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment: This component is weighted 40% of the total qualification and is released in the Lent Term of Year 13. Question papers have eight themes; you must select one theme and use it as a starting point. Students will be provided with exam papers on 1st February or as soon as possible after that date. Finally, this component incorporates two major elements: preparatory studies and the 15 hours of unaided supervised time.