Art is a two-year NEA course. Students have the flexibility to explore and experiment, refine and build upon rigorous recording disciplines set down in a portfolio style foundation programme designed to underpin Component 1. There are no suggested themes or starting points for Component 1 but students will be introduced to the course through workshops, which will help them to choose their path of investigation. Students will develop imaginative and creative powers, experimental and documentary skills, and a specialist vocabulary alongside an understanding of the practice of artists. Component 2allows students to prove that they understand the assessment criteria by producing a body of work independently. Success at A Level Fine Art requires, self-motivation, determination, and dedication. The course equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge required for future life.
Component 1: 60% Personal Investigation This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a practical investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. Component 2: 40% Externally-Set Assignment Separate question papers will be provided. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points. Students are required to select one. Students will be provided with exam papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day Boarding £35,582; Boarding £47,400 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Cranbrook Road, Benenden, Cranbrook, TN17 4AA |
Art is a two-year NEA course. Students have the flexibility to explore and experiment, refine and build upon rigorous recording disciplines set down in a portfolio style foundation programme designed to underpin Component 1. There are no suggested themes or starting points for Component 1 but students will be introduced to the course through workshops, which will help them to choose their path of investigation. Students will develop imaginative and creative powers, experimental and documentary skills, and a specialist vocabulary alongside an understanding of the practice of artists. Component 2allows students to prove that they understand the assessment criteria by producing a body of work independently. Success at A Level Fine Art requires, self-motivation, determination, and dedication. The course equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge required for future life.
Component 1: 60% Personal Investigation This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students are required to conduct a practical investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the student and must lead to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. Component 2: 40% Externally-Set Assignment Separate question papers will be provided. Each question paper will consist of a choice of eight questions to be used as starting points. Students are required to select one. Students will be provided with exam papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date.