Art & Design: Fine Art

Course summary

Our A Level Art and Design course allows students to go on a journey of self‑realisation and set their own subject matter, drawing on the work of other artists and designers for initial inspiration. This “voyage of discovery” approach allows students to build on and extend their achievements from the previous year. Further independent research, development of ideas and off site work will take place, and students are expected to explore a number of areas of study within fine art such as drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, installation, digital media such as Procreate, and print making. THE FUTURE: The creative industries are the fastest growing economic industries in Britain. 8% of all UK employment are creative occupations and its rate of growth is four times the rate of the UK workforce as a whole. Art and Design can lead onto a wide range of work opportunities. Careers range from Product Design, Graphic Design, Animation, Illustration, Fashion Design, Architecture, Exhibition Designer, Teacher, Theatre Set Designer, Prop/Model Maker, Art Director and much more. YEAR 12: • Component 1: Foundation Project • Component 2: Personal Investigation YEAR 13: • Component 1: Personal Investigation continued • Component 2: Externally set Assignment