GCSE Art & Design

Course summary

Art and Design is a practical based course, which enables students to explore a range of artistic practices. The course is ideal for creative students who are looking to develop their artistic ability. Students develop their skills in a wide range of disciplines such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and photography. Through contextual studies work, students develop their understanding of the work of artists and art movements and use this information to develop their own project ideas. They have the opportunity to further engage in the work of artists through trips to London galleries in Years 10 and 11. Students develop projects based around themes set by their class teacher. From a GCSE Art and Design course you can progress on to an A-level in Fine Art, an A-level in Photography, or an A-level in Graphic Communication. An Art and Design qualification is an ideal starting point for a student aiming to pursue a career in the creative industries.