This course is intended for those students who have developed a considerable interest and talent in one or more aspects of Fine Art and who would like to undertake further studies. Fine Art is particularly important for those wishing to choose a career in the Arts or a career for which an Art background is relevant. It is essential that students have an interest in Art and that they are self-motivated and prepared to complete work and visit galleries and sites in their own time. An average of 5 hours homework or self directed study is expected per week. It is expected that students will have studied Art to GCSE level. The examination calls for sensitivity, imagination, objective study and technical skill. Commitment and the ability to accept a considerable responsibility for one’s own learning are essential. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/PROGRESSION The folder of work produced during the course will be necessary for those students wishing to apply for a Foundation Course at Art School. This further one-year course, which is essentially diagnostic, leads to BTEC Diplomas or BA courses.
Grade 6 in Art. External Students to submit a Portfolio of work.
UNIT 1 (60%) COURSEWORK/PERSONAL INVESTIGATION: A portfolio of work produced over the two years including research, supporting studies and final pieces. A personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by 1000-3000 words. UNIT 2 (40% EXTERNALLY SET ASSIGNMENT: Visual response to an externally set assignment. 8 –10 weeks project, with a 15 hour exam at the end in which to create the response to the theme
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Burnham Road, Chelmsford, CM1 6LY |
This course is intended for those students who have developed a considerable interest and talent in one or more aspects of Fine Art and who would like to undertake further studies. Fine Art is particularly important for those wishing to choose a career in the Arts or a career for which an Art background is relevant. It is essential that students have an interest in Art and that they are self-motivated and prepared to complete work and visit galleries and sites in their own time. An average of 5 hours homework or self directed study is expected per week. It is expected that students will have studied Art to GCSE level. The examination calls for sensitivity, imagination, objective study and technical skill. Commitment and the ability to accept a considerable responsibility for one’s own learning are essential. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/PROGRESSION The folder of work produced during the course will be necessary for those students wishing to apply for a Foundation Course at Art School. This further one-year course, which is essentially diagnostic, leads to BTEC Diplomas or BA courses.
Grade 6 in Art. External Students to submit a Portfolio of work.
UNIT 1 (60%) COURSEWORK/PERSONAL INVESTIGATION: A portfolio of work produced over the two years including research, supporting studies and final pieces. A personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by 1000-3000 words. UNIT 2 (40% EXTERNALLY SET ASSIGNMENT: Visual response to an externally set assignment. 8 –10 weeks project, with a 15 hour exam at the end in which to create the response to the theme