Students who study the two-year art, craft, and design course, become involved in a series of brief workshops covering aspects of specialist disciplines in fine art, graphic communication, textile design, and three-dimensional design, followed by projects in one or more of these disciplines. Accurate observation; an ability to draw skilfully; a willingness to experiment with a range of materials; and the ability to critically analyse art and design work are required skills for this course. Candidates who demonstrate ability and interest, via a quality portfolio and interview, will be considered for a place.
Students should have achieved at least a Grade 6 in their GCSE Art to join this course. Students who achieved a Grade 5 or have not taken art at GCSE will have a guidance discussion with the Head of Department and must provide a portfolio of artwork as evidence of their aptitude
Year 12 Portfolio – Experimental use of Materials, Technique and ‘Ways of Seeing’ Students will be introduced to the A-level course through a series of workshops and projects exploring the role of the artist and designer. Workshops will explore the use of a broad range of materials and techniques in the following disciplines, fine art; graphic communication; textile design; and 3D design. The course will examine art history and require students to attend galleries and exhibitions on a regular basis. This should include a collection of practical and critical work demonstrating an understanding of styles, genres, and traditions of both past and contemporary artworks from around the world. The portfolio will explore and develop drawings on many different levels, including examining the way in which we see and look. Students will all be expected to, independently, create and maintain a sketchbook, inspiration journal, and portfolio. Outcomes in Year 12 are not assessed by the examination board. Students will be teacher-assessed on individual assignments and project work. Year 13 Component 1: Personal Investigation - Worth 60% of the A-level mark. Students undertake a personal investigation producing a body of coursework, which is worth 60% of the A-level mark. Students are able to explore one of the following disciplines to investigate: art, craft, and design; fine art; graphic communication; textile design; three-dimensional design; or photography. Students will develop work based on an idea, issue, concept, or series of related outcomes. It must be supported by written work of between 1000-3000 words. Component 2: Externally-Set Assignment - Worth 40% of the A-level mark. - Students will choose one of eight questions from the AQA examination paper. There will be a preparatory period (exam studies) of approximately 12 weeks to build a body of contextual research, experimentation, and development of ideas. The 15-hour exam will be over 3-4 sessions in the art rooms, in exam conditions. There are four assessment objectives for each component, each worth 24 marks. The work is teacher-assessed and then moderated by AQA in June.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Bobmore Lane, Marlow, SL7 1JE |
Students who study the two-year art, craft, and design course, become involved in a series of brief workshops covering aspects of specialist disciplines in fine art, graphic communication, textile design, and three-dimensional design, followed by projects in one or more of these disciplines. Accurate observation; an ability to draw skilfully; a willingness to experiment with a range of materials; and the ability to critically analyse art and design work are required skills for this course. Candidates who demonstrate ability and interest, via a quality portfolio and interview, will be considered for a place.
Students should have achieved at least a Grade 6 in their GCSE Art to join this course. Students who achieved a Grade 5 or have not taken art at GCSE will have a guidance discussion with the Head of Department and must provide a portfolio of artwork as evidence of their aptitude
Year 12 Portfolio – Experimental use of Materials, Technique and ‘Ways of Seeing’ Students will be introduced to the A-level course through a series of workshops and projects exploring the role of the artist and designer. Workshops will explore the use of a broad range of materials and techniques in the following disciplines, fine art; graphic communication; textile design; and 3D design. The course will examine art history and require students to attend galleries and exhibitions on a regular basis. This should include a collection of practical and critical work demonstrating an understanding of styles, genres, and traditions of both past and contemporary artworks from around the world. The portfolio will explore and develop drawings on many different levels, including examining the way in which we see and look. Students will all be expected to, independently, create and maintain a sketchbook, inspiration journal, and portfolio. Outcomes in Year 12 are not assessed by the examination board. Students will be teacher-assessed on individual assignments and project work. Year 13 Component 1: Personal Investigation - Worth 60% of the A-level mark. Students undertake a personal investigation producing a body of coursework, which is worth 60% of the A-level mark. Students are able to explore one of the following disciplines to investigate: art, craft, and design; fine art; graphic communication; textile design; three-dimensional design; or photography. Students will develop work based on an idea, issue, concept, or series of related outcomes. It must be supported by written work of between 1000-3000 words. Component 2: Externally-Set Assignment - Worth 40% of the A-level mark. - Students will choose one of eight questions from the AQA examination paper. There will be a preparatory period (exam studies) of approximately 12 weeks to build a body of contextual research, experimentation, and development of ideas. The 15-hour exam will be over 3-4 sessions in the art rooms, in exam conditions. There are four assessment objectives for each component, each worth 24 marks. The work is teacher-assessed and then moderated by AQA in June.