Art and Design

Course Aims

The A2 and AS Level specifications aim to develop in students a high level of visual enquiry, an ability to explore creatively through the use of a wide variety of media and a maturity to form and develop personal ideas and then realise these ideas, displaying a high standard of creative and technical ability.
The course is designed to be a creative journey which each student develops to their full potential, enabling those interested to compile a portfolio for further studies in Art and Design.

Endorsed titles include:

• Fine Art
• Three dimensional design
• Textile design
• Photography - lens and light-based media
• Graphic communication
• Critical and contextual studies

Key features

Encourages personal, creative and imaginative approaches to art and design

Has a four-unit structure, maximising choice and flexibility

Has no forbidden endorsement combinations

Allows students to follow a broad, open course, or to specialise in one or more endorsed titles

All endorsements allow students to work with both traditional and new media

Students are allowed to work solely with new media within any endorsement

Choice and flexibility within endorsements

Provides an assessment structure with an accessible marking grid that is easy to apply and provides clear guidance right across the range of grades

Prepares students for higher levels of study in other art and design qualifications