GCSE ART & DESIGN: FINE ART (OCR) The GCSE specification builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills established at Key Stage 3, in line with the Secondary Curriculum guidelines. The syllabus has been devised to combine a breadth and depth of study with the freedom of choice to accommodate a range of interests and abilities. Course Aims • Development of visual perception and understanding of the world • Development of visual literacy and appreciation of cultural heritage • Development of fine motor skills in areas like painting and drawing • Encourage confidence, enthusiasm and a sense of achievement Course Content Component 1: Portfolio worth 60% of the final grade The portfolio of work will consist of a sustained project, theme or course of study. This will include preparatory studies, image collection, experimentation with different materials and techniques, development ideas, critical studies and a final outcome which realises intentions. Students should demonstrate an expressive and personal response in their work and will cover the majority of the following areas: drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, construction and sculpture. To support the project, students will produce an illustrated research piece that encourages independent investigation and appreciation. Component 2: OCR-set Task worth 40% of the final grade The OCR-set Task is taken in Year 11. This task will give students a choice of questions in the form of written and or visual starting points. Students select one question for which they will generate a personal response and will be given preparatory time in which to research, plan and develop their ideas. Ten hours are allocated for the independent realisation of an outcome which is taken under formal examination conditions. Assessment Students will provide evidence of all the assessment objectives (AOs) through careful selection and presentation of their work. All work is internally assessed by the Art Department and moderated by the OCR Examination Board. • AO1: Develop ideas through investigations, demonstrating critical understanding of sources. • AO2: Refine work by exploring ideas, selecting and experimenting with appropriate media, materials, techniques and processes. • AO3: Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions as work progresses. • AO4: Present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and demonstrates understanding of visual language. Subject Pathways After successful completion of the course, students can go onto study A-Level Art and Design and can aim to find careers in fields like architecture, fine art, gallery curation, graphic design, fashion design, web design, animation, project management, gaming, interior design and photography to name a few.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Upper Forster Street, Walsall, WS4 2AE |
GCSE ART & DESIGN: FINE ART (OCR) The GCSE specification builds on the knowledge, understanding and skills established at Key Stage 3, in line with the Secondary Curriculum guidelines. The syllabus has been devised to combine a breadth and depth of study with the freedom of choice to accommodate a range of interests and abilities. Course Aims • Development of visual perception and understanding of the world • Development of visual literacy and appreciation of cultural heritage • Development of fine motor skills in areas like painting and drawing • Encourage confidence, enthusiasm and a sense of achievement Course Content Component 1: Portfolio worth 60% of the final grade The portfolio of work will consist of a sustained project, theme or course of study. This will include preparatory studies, image collection, experimentation with different materials and techniques, development ideas, critical studies and a final outcome which realises intentions. Students should demonstrate an expressive and personal response in their work and will cover the majority of the following areas: drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, construction and sculpture. To support the project, students will produce an illustrated research piece that encourages independent investigation and appreciation. Component 2: OCR-set Task worth 40% of the final grade The OCR-set Task is taken in Year 11. This task will give students a choice of questions in the form of written and or visual starting points. Students select one question for which they will generate a personal response and will be given preparatory time in which to research, plan and develop their ideas. Ten hours are allocated for the independent realisation of an outcome which is taken under formal examination conditions. Assessment Students will provide evidence of all the assessment objectives (AOs) through careful selection and presentation of their work. All work is internally assessed by the Art Department and moderated by the OCR Examination Board. • AO1: Develop ideas through investigations, demonstrating critical understanding of sources. • AO2: Refine work by exploring ideas, selecting and experimenting with appropriate media, materials, techniques and processes. • AO3: Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions as work progresses. • AO4: Present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and demonstrates understanding of visual language. Subject Pathways After successful completion of the course, students can go onto study A-Level Art and Design and can aim to find careers in fields like architecture, fine art, gallery curation, graphic design, fashion design, web design, animation, project management, gaming, interior design and photography to name a few.