To respond to a set theme, through the exploration of different art forms, media, techniques and processes. To explore relevant images, resources and artists relevant to Art and Design and to respond to these through practical and critical outcomes, which demonstrate an understanding of different styles, theories, genres and techniques. Students will develop a practical and critical understanding of the formal elements of visual language (line, tone, pattern, design, form, perspective.) Students will respond to a given theme through; research, response and analysis of different Artists, Photographers and Designers, experimentation of different practical Art based techniques and development of ideas. Students will develop skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, photography, digital imaging, printing and sculpture. For both the coursework and the exam (externally set assignment), students will produce a portfolio of work and a minimum of one final outcome, that answers the given theme.
Grade 6 or above in GCSE Art Desirable: grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language
Component 1 - Coursework: Personal Investigation Students will produce a portfolio of work exploring a personal investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme of their choice, supported by written material in the form of an essay. 60% of A-Level Component 2 - Externally Set Assignment: Students will produce a portfolio of work in response to one of eight exciting starting points set by the AQA exam board. Students will have 3-4 months to compose a body of work and then sit a 15-hour practical examination spread over 3 days in which they will compose a final Piece. 40% of A-Level
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0SS |
To respond to a set theme, through the exploration of different art forms, media, techniques and processes. To explore relevant images, resources and artists relevant to Art and Design and to respond to these through practical and critical outcomes, which demonstrate an understanding of different styles, theories, genres and techniques. Students will develop a practical and critical understanding of the formal elements of visual language (line, tone, pattern, design, form, perspective.) Students will respond to a given theme through; research, response and analysis of different Artists, Photographers and Designers, experimentation of different practical Art based techniques and development of ideas. Students will develop skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, photography, digital imaging, printing and sculpture. For both the coursework and the exam (externally set assignment), students will produce a portfolio of work and a minimum of one final outcome, that answers the given theme.
Grade 6 or above in GCSE Art Desirable: grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language
Component 1 - Coursework: Personal Investigation Students will produce a portfolio of work exploring a personal investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme of their choice, supported by written material in the form of an essay. 60% of A-Level Component 2 - Externally Set Assignment: Students will produce a portfolio of work in response to one of eight exciting starting points set by the AQA exam board. Students will have 3-4 months to compose a body of work and then sit a 15-hour practical examination spread over 3 days in which they will compose a final Piece. 40% of A-Level