Course information
Art and Design
Clayesmore School - Dorset
01747813222
Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL
Course summary

You will be encouraged to develop your own creative path, supported by workshops, studio practice, contextual research and gallery visits. You will develop your practical skills in areas such as drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics and painting. You will also be encouraged to engage with art history and contemporary practice. A Level Art is a two-year course and is structured to enable you to develop the skills and confidence to produce meaningful and personal projects and outcomes. You will be supported and guided through your learning with the use of one-to-one tutorials and target setting. Extra-curricular workshops also form an integral part of the A Level experience. The course will offer you fantastic opportunities for individual creativity and independent thought.

Entry requirements

This course is designed for keen artists who have enthusiasm and commitment for the subject, and have achieved a C or above at GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

1. Coursework - ‘Personal Investigation’ (60% of final mark )Non-exam assessment set and marked by the centre and moderated by the board during a visit to the centre. 2. External Assignment - (40% Final mark) Set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre in June.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityDorset
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeDay £28,311; Boarding £38,922
Sixth Form FeeUnknown
AddressIwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL