Art and Design (Graphics)

Course summary

This is a specialist A Level where students will explore advertising, illustration, packaging, typography and multimedia. They will investigate design problems, determine relevant sources of information, research and propose solutions recognising the constraints of moral, social, cultural, environmental and legal issues. It should be noted that this is an Art-based approach to graphic design, where students will develop fluent Mac skills as an integral part of this course; using Photoshop and Illustrator. Students are supported and encouraged as independent learners, developing an artistic and personal professionalism towards their studies and possible future careers in design. It also features an integral careers programme, which can include work placement opportunities and live briefs within these subject-specific areas. We are uniquely placed within this industry with ex-students holding positions within prominent organisations, for example Burberry, Conde Nast and several with their own creative companies.