Art and Design (Fine Art)
Poole Grammar School - Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
01202692132
Gravel Hill, Poole, BH17 9JU
Course summary

Studying Fine Art is a particularly rewarding subject for the motivated pupil; it extends across a broad range of disciplines, both theoretical and practical. The course is structured to engage pupils both intellectually and creatively, and they are given the confidence to follow their own diverse lines of enquiry, allowing them to develop high levels of self-motivation through the fostering of independent working practice. Through their time on the course students will explore several areas of study within fine art such as drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics and printmaking.

Entry requirements

- GCSE Art grade 6 or above. - Average grade of 5.5 from your best 7 GCSE exams, including grade 5 or above in English language and mathematics.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Personal Investigation, carries 60% of the final mark. This comprises a portfolio of art work and a written personal study. Component 2: The Externally Set Assignment, carries 40% of the final mark. After a period of preparation, a fifteen-hour timed assignment takes place. Both Component 1 and component 2 are moderated by your teachers; an external moderation is conducted by AQA at the end of the two-year course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressGravel Hill, Poole, BH17 9JU