Art A-Level
Who is it for?
Our Art A-Level is accredited by AQA and is ideal for pupils who have already passed Art GCSE and wish to take their Fine Art education to a higher level. It demands a commitment from pupils, beyond timetabled lessons, as they are expected to cultivate their own interests in Art, making use of the school’s extensive resources - such as the Atkinson Gallery, our own comprehensive Art library and further enrichment activities.
Example areas of study:
- Providing clear evidence of sketchbook work demonstrating their personal ideas and development
- The creation of a ‘Visual Diary’ of collected works showing artists that have influenced them, together with evaluations of the artists’ work
BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design:
Who is it for?
This is a vocational course designed to prepare pupils for further study and a career in Art & Design. It provides an in-depth experience of a broad range of Art & Design materials, processes and skills. The course is stimulating and challenging and requires commitment from pupils who will be expected to complete regular assignments throughout their two years of study.
Example areas of study:
- An introduction to the processes involved in researching, developing and producing assignments
- Developing a visual language to communicate and document ideas, feelings and information
- Providing clear evidence of sketchbook work which records their visual research and development
- Pursuing a chosen area of study and making an individual and personal response to a brief for their final assignment
