Art and Design (Fine Art)

Assessment

The A2 qualification is awarded based on two components. The first of these is a Personal Investigation, which allows you to explore themes that are of particular interest to you in practical ways and will include a written piece of about 3000 words. Component 2 is also a practical unit that may include processes such as drawing, painting, ceramics and photography based on one of several themes offered by the exam board and which culminates in a 15-hour practical exam.