Art KS5
Course | A Level Art (AQA) |
Course Length | 2 years |
Entry Requirements | 5 or more GCSE grades A* to C or level 9 to 5. Including level 4 in English and grade C or above in GCSE Art or Photography. |
Who will this course interest?
Art is a challenging but enjoyable subject that helps you develop key skills in independent learning, problem solving and critical understanding. You will be introduced to a variety of experiences and will explore a range of Fine Art media and processes. Art is a very practical and creative subject that offers an alternative way of working, art can provide you with a wider awareness of social and cultural context. You will be encouraged and to make independent use of the art workrooms and to visit art exhibitions.
Course Overview
Year 1:
Component 1 - Portfolio:
You will produce practical and critical/contextual work in one or more areas, including: painting, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, installation, printmaking, photography (digital). Work is presented in the form of sketch books or study sheets.
Component 2 - Externally set assignment:
AQA provides a question paper with 5 starting points from which one is selected. Following a period of preparatory work there are 10 hours of unaided supervised time.
Year 2:
Component 1: Personal investigation:
You will undertake a personal investigation that includes written material as well as producing practical and critical/contextual work in one or more areas.
Component 2: Externally set assignment:
AQA provide a question paper with 8 starting points from which one is selected. Following a period of preparatory work there are 15 hours of unaided supervised time.
Assessment Structure
60% Component 1 (project chosen by the student), 40% Component 2 (list of exams questions), 12 week project/15 hour exam.
What could this course lead to?
The course is designed as a stepping stone to the many courses and careers that are available in the Art and Design industry.
- Foundation course (one year duration).
- Degree course in chosen area of study e.g. graphic design, textile design, web/ game design, fashion design, architecture.