Art and Design

Course summary

The qualification is an in-depth introduction to the study of art and design. Learners develop art and design projects and gain an understanding of the creative process. They study visual recording and communication, in areas such as drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture as well as critical analysis of artists and production skills to produce art and design outcomes. The qualification is designed for post-16 learners who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the creative industries.