Art - Fine Art

Course summary

Art is a form of communication and a vehicle for self-expression to explore ideas and emotions. Studying Fine Art A-Level encourages you to draw upon your imagination, whilst developing observational, analytical and practical skills. Students are encouraged to visit galleries, museums and exhibitions to develop their wider subject knowledge. Many Fine Art students go on to study a Foundation Art degree, before selecting their course at university. Studying Fine Art opens up a variety of creative career pathways including Fine Art Painting and Sculpting, Model Making, Animation, Illustration, Interior Architecture, Theatre/Costume Design and Printmaking. The Year 12 study programme develops two components of work, which integrate practical, critical and theoretical studies, using a variety of media and processes. The Year 13 study programme further extends practical work and your skill in independent study, working from given themes and starting points. Components of work address the four assessment objectives and can include the following: painting, sculpture, drawing and recording using a variety of media, printmaking and ceramics.