Course information
Art A Level
Hampstead School - Camden
02077948133
Westbere Road, Hampstead, London, NW2 3RT
Course summary

This course allows students opportunities to generate and develop ideas, research primary and contextual sources, record practical and written observations, experiment with media and processes and refine towards producing personal resolved outcome. Art and Design is a respected Level 3 qualification which develops your critical and creative thinking. It is a wide ranging course that aims to develop your skills in many specialisms within the arts field. Students who study Art and Design at Level 3 go on to study academic subjects at university and also higher education at specialist art schools. This course equips students with the knowledge and skill base to study Art and Design at a higher level and prepares them for careers in many industries.

Entry requirements

If you have studied Art GCSE you must gain a grade 5 or above in order to take this qualification at A Level. If you have not studied Art GCSE you must provide a portfolio of your art work.

How you'll be assessed

Year 12 This year provides a chance to experiment and take risks with ideas and media. Students will produce a body of work over two projects in order to develop their skills and ideas. Year 13 Component 1: 60% (coursework – Personal Project) Component 2: 40% (Externally Set Assignment)

School Info

About School

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityCamden
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender of SchoolMixed
AddressWestbere Road, Hampstead, London, NW2 3RT