Student looking through their art work

What You Will Study

Some of the units you may study are:

Level 1:

  • Drawing and Mark Making
  • Ideas Generation
  • Printmaking
  • Surface Pattern
  • 3-D Exploration
  • Time-based
  • Communication

Level 2:

  • Creative Mark Making and Mixed Media Exploration
  • Printmaking
  • Observational Drawing
  • Introduction to Colour Theory and Painting
  • 3-Dimensional Design
  • Time-based Media
  • Photography and Photoshop
  • How You Will Be Assessed

    You will be continually assessed by your tutors throughout the academic year, and an external moderator will verify and confirm your final grades.

    Level 1: will complete Units 1–6 which are graded at a Pass, and Unit 7 is graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction and will determine the overall grade for the course.

    Level 2: will complete Units 1–7 which are graded at a Pass, and Unit 8 is graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction and will determine the overall grade for the course.

  • Entry Requirements

    Level 1:
    3 GCSEs at Grade 9-1.

    Level 2:
    3 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English or Maths.

    OR

    Level 1 Art and Design.

    AND

    A good reference from Head of Year 10 or Headteacher.

    AND

    A genuine interest in Art & Design and related subjects along with a commitment and enthusiasm towards the course.