Art and Design (Fine Art)

Course summary

You may be wondering how you can use your artistic abilities to advantage in the Sixth Form. You may not have realized that there is a wide range of employment opportunities associated with art. Below is a simple outline of what this subject can offer you and a range of courses open to students at various levels after leaving education. The A Level Fine Art course allows you the freedom to explore new ideas at the same time as refining your technical skills. The course mixes traditional methods with some highly innovative approaches to making and responding to art. The study of art history and techniques provides many ideas that can be absorbed into your practical work. Each teacher is an expert in the field and you will have the opportunity to develop a personal style by extending your own specific interests in painting, drawing, graphics, computer art, and photography. Trips, visits, and life drawing all go to make this a very personal A Level choice.