Art and Design

Course summary

All students develop skills through YR 12 and explore a range of materials and techniques, increasingly working towards independence. The following year students will progress in developing what is called the ‘Personal Investigation’ (coursework unit). We follow the AQA Art and Design syllabus and recommend that candidates look at the specifications on the AQA website. Students are encouraged to explore and investigate ideas using a wide range of materials and techniques through several tasks that build towards an independent and creative portfolio. We develop work through several specialist areas – fine art, graphics, photography, textiles (limited), 3D design, sculpture, and printmaking. The exam will begin in February when students receive the question paper and they will develop their ideas towards an outcome to be completed in a 15-hour controlled test in April/May. No. of Modular Exams/Length/Retake Information: Students can retake either the whole or 50% of the course the following year. The Art department is available for students to work, with support, after school from Tuesday to Thursday, 3.10 pm – 4.30 pm.