FINE ART Course Content: There is a small annual charge (currently £25) levied on this course to pay for all necessary materials to successfully complete the course.This course involves exploring, researching and acquiring techniques and developing skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of media specific to Fine Art. Year 1: Coursework Portfolio, Personal Investigation & Mock Controlled Assessment Year 2: Personal Investigation (continued) & Controlled Assessment Progression: Our aim is to expose students to as broad a range of methods and approaches as we can. We will encourage students to develop their work in line with their own interests and strengths as well as equipping students with a solid foundation of skills. This enables students to build a strong portfolio of work both for examination and for entry to art related courses post 18. Successful A level Art students can go on to study on a range of Art & Design foundation and degree courses, nationally and internationally, and train in their area of specialisation, before going on to become an Artist, Designer, Architect, or Arts Professional in a broad variety of specialist areas. PHOTOGRAPHY Exam Board: AQA Course Content: Photography is a means of communicating in a visual way. It should challenge the way we think about the world, and encourage us to think about the work of photographers and other lens-based artists. The emphasis of this course will be on using photography as a creative and expressive means to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Year 1 - Coursework Portfolio Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including the ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will develop their ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea; work to a brief or answer a need in photography; build an appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will also develop their understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout. Mock Controlled Assessment: This takes the form of a timed test responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Assessment: Year 2 - Personal Investigation (60%) This comprises a major practical project developed on an individual basis, which has personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal practical topic which also involves writing a 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed test responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Progression: Digital Photography is a course which enables students to progress to foundation arts courses, university degrees in areas such as Fashion, Advertising, Journalism or Film Photography.. Entry Requirements: A GCSE in Art or Photography is not essential however it is useful for students to have a good English GCSE grade 4 or above. TEXTILES Photography Exam Board: AQA Course Content: Photography is a means of communicating in a visual way. It should challenge the way we think about the world, and encourage us to think about the work of photographers and other lens-based artists. The emphasis of this course will be on using photography as a creative and expressive means to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Year 1 - Coursework Portfolio Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including the ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will develop their ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea; work to a brief or answer a need in photography; build an appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will also develop their understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout. Mock Controlled Assessment: This takes the form of a timed test responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Assessment: Year 2 - Personal Investigation (60%) This comprises a major practical project developed on an individual basis, which has personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal practical topic which also involves writing a 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed test responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Progression: Digital Photography is a course which enables students to progress to foundation arts courses, university degrees in areas such as Fashion, Advertising, Journalism or Film Photography.. Entry Requirements: A GCSE in Art or Photography is not essential however it is useful for students to have a good English GCSE grade 4 or above.
Entry Requirements: GCSE Art, Textiles or Graphics grade 5. GCSE *Please note you may be required to provide a portfolio of your work at interview.
Assessment: Year 1: Coursework Portfolio & Personal Investigation Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and photography. Students will also be required to undertake research and explore the ideas surrounding an artist's work and methods, and relate this to their own work. Year 1 is like a foundation course where students are encouraged to build on strengths learnt at GCSE and begin to specialise in one area. Students will also be starting to work on their Personal Investigation. This will be supported throughout this process. A written component is also expected to support the practical component, which is a great way of demonstrating & understanding your creative process. Mock Controlled Assessment This takes the form of a timed assessment responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Year 2 Personal Investigation- Continued (60%) This comprises the major practical project developed on an individual basis which should have personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own media and themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal topic which also involves a written 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed assessment responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | St. Georges Park, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 4FS |
FINE ART Course Content: There is a small annual charge (currently £25) levied on this course to pay for all necessary materials to successfully complete the course.This course involves exploring, researching and acquiring techniques and developing skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of media specific to Fine Art. Year 1: Coursework Portfolio, Personal Investigation & Mock Controlled Assessment Year 2: Personal Investigation (continued) & Controlled Assessment Progression: Our aim is to expose students to as broad a range of methods and approaches as we can. We will encourage students to develop their work in line with their own interests and strengths as well as equipping students with a solid foundation of skills. This enables students to build a strong portfolio of work both for examination and for entry to art related courses post 18. Successful A level Art students can go on to study on a range of Art & Design foundation and degree courses, nationally and internationally, and train in their area of specialisation, before going on to become an Artist, Designer, Architect, or Arts Professional in a broad variety of specialist areas. PHOTOGRAPHY Exam Board: AQA Course Content: Photography is a means of communicating in a visual way. It should challenge the way we think about the world, and encourage us to think about the work of photographers and other lens-based artists. The emphasis of this course will be on using photography as a creative and expressive means to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Year 1 - Coursework Portfolio Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including the ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will develop their ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea; work to a brief or answer a need in photography; build an appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will also develop their understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout. Mock Controlled Assessment: This takes the form of a timed test responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Assessment: Year 2 - Personal Investigation (60%) This comprises a major practical project developed on an individual basis, which has personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal practical topic which also involves writing a 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed test responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Progression: Digital Photography is a course which enables students to progress to foundation arts courses, university degrees in areas such as Fashion, Advertising, Journalism or Film Photography.. Entry Requirements: A GCSE in Art or Photography is not essential however it is useful for students to have a good English GCSE grade 4 or above. TEXTILES Photography Exam Board: AQA Course Content: Photography is a means of communicating in a visual way. It should challenge the way we think about the world, and encourage us to think about the work of photographers and other lens-based artists. The emphasis of this course will be on using photography as a creative and expressive means to communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Year 1 - Coursework Portfolio Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including the ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will develop their ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea; work to a brief or answer a need in photography; build an appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. Students will also develop their understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout. Mock Controlled Assessment: This takes the form of a timed test responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Assessment: Year 2 - Personal Investigation (60%) This comprises a major practical project developed on an individual basis, which has personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal practical topic which also involves writing a 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed test responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Progression: Digital Photography is a course which enables students to progress to foundation arts courses, university degrees in areas such as Fashion, Advertising, Journalism or Film Photography.. Entry Requirements: A GCSE in Art or Photography is not essential however it is useful for students to have a good English GCSE grade 4 or above.
Entry Requirements: GCSE Art, Textiles or Graphics grade 5. GCSE *Please note you may be required to provide a portfolio of your work at interview.
Assessment: Year 1: Coursework Portfolio & Personal Investigation Students will undertake a series of projects in order to build up a coursework portfolio. Beginning with a theme, students will develop skills and knowledge by exploring a wide range of media and techniques including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and photography. Students will also be required to undertake research and explore the ideas surrounding an artist's work and methods, and relate this to their own work. Year 1 is like a foundation course where students are encouraged to build on strengths learnt at GCSE and begin to specialise in one area. Students will also be starting to work on their Personal Investigation. This will be supported throughout this process. A written component is also expected to support the practical component, which is a great way of demonstrating & understanding your creative process. Mock Controlled Assessment This takes the form of a timed assessment responding to a theme of interest. Students will have ten hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome. Year 2 Personal Investigation- Continued (60%) This comprises the major practical project developed on an individual basis which should have personal significance and direction. Students will choose their own media and themes in consultation with staff. Students will explore and investigate a personal topic which also involves a written 1000 - 3000 word essay supporting the practical work. Controlled Assessment (40%) This takes the form of a timed assessment responding to a question set by the exam board. Students will have eight weeks to prepare and fifteen hours of controlled time to develop their idea into a final outcome.