Art*
Fine Art and Textiles at A-level builds on the foundations laid in GCSE. Those who enjoy working in a practical and creative way will revel in the opportunity to express their ideas.
Using a variety of methods and materials they will experiment visually and extend their skills, developing personal projects that respond to a range of themes. The course encourages students to recognise the need to communicate and express ideas visually and to be able to project plan and problem solve - skills that are desired in all professions.
| Course Information |
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| Course Name: | Art and Design: Fine Art |
| Course Type: | A Level |
| Examination/Coursework: | 48% Coursework, 12% Personal Investigation Essay, 40% Externally Set Assignment |
| Exam Board: |
Pearson Edexcel |
| Entrance Criteria: |
Standard Entry Criteria plus Grade 5 in GCSE Art |
| Topics & Areas Covered: |
Year 12 Coursework is based upon a project titled ‘Signs of Life’. During the first term, students will be introduced to ways of tackling the theme through teacher-led practical activities. Students will then develop a personal response to the theme by using their preferred methods and materials. In Textiles students will explore and develop techniques involving sculptural textiles, pattern cutting and garment construction and pattern. The role of the teacher is to facilitate the needs of the student through discussion, planning and demonstration of processes. Year 13 In Year 13 students continue to develop their personal projects by responding to feedback from teachers. The main focus during Terms 1 and 2 will be the making of final pieces for each project. In addition to their practical coursework, students will also write an extended essay about their work and the artists and designers that have influenced them. Final Examination. The course concludes with the Externally Set Assignment. Students receive the exam paper in February and have 10 weeks to respond to the theme by developing research, creating visual imagery and exploring methods of work. At the end of the preparatory period, students complete a 15-hour exam spread over three days in the studio. These two elements make up 40% of the final mark. |
| Career Pathways: |
If you are interested in studying an Arts subject at Degree level we would always recommend completing a Foundation Diploma Course first. This is a one year course and can be completed at colleges in Weston and Bristol, as well as Universities across the country. This is a free course if you complete it directly after A-levels and is a pathway to many Art and Design Degrees such as Fashion Design, Textile Design, Surface/Pattern Design, Fine Art, Visual Culture, Illustration, Animation, Photography, Graphic Design, Game Design, Media and many more.
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| Additional Information: | Students studying any of our art subjects will have the opportunity to participate in life drawing classes, gallery visits and meet with visiting artists. |
| AS/A-Level | This course can only be studied as a two year qualification. It cannot be studied as a one year course. |