Art and Design

Assessment

Through a portfolio of evidence which is internally and externally assessed and moderated. At the start of the course, you will be set theme based projects designed to develop visual language, research skills, 2D and 3D problem solving and critical and contextual awareness in Art & Design. In Year 1, you will complete Unit 1 in response to a theme set by the exam board, with work being presented and evaluated in exam conditions. In Year 2, you will complete Unit 2, the Final Major Project. Units 1 & 2 are assessed as Pass, Merit or Distinction, each forming 50% of your grade.