Art & Design

Fine Art, 3D Design, Textiles or Graphics A-Levels

Examination Board: AQA

Specification: 7202, 7203, 7204, 7205

Course Leader: Mrs F Raleigh

Contact Email: fraleigh@tgschool.net

Are you interested in:

  • Media and materials?

  • Fine art and print making?

  • Graphics and illustration?

  • Artists and museums?

What Will I Study?

Our lives and world are rich in complex visual imagery. Studying A-Level Art and Design will give you the knowledge and skills to read and interpret visual language from a range of contexts and cultures, both contemporary and historical. Many of the skills you will learn as an artist are transferable; creative decision making, self-discipline, reflection and collaboration are all extremely useful across a range of careers.

Students may choose up to two of these courses, Fine Art, 3D Design, Textiles or Graphics. These courses are well suited to pairing with other A-Levels, vocational courses including photography or critical and contextual studies.

During year 12 students develop their ability to use materials, techniques and processes through intense experimentation, guided by in depth research into historical and contemporary starting points.

In the second half of Year 12 and the first term of Year 13, students complete a ‘Personal Investigation’ component in which they apply the skills they have developed through an independently designed project which combines practical and written elements. In Year 13 the students complete an externally set (exam) project which comprises 40% of the overall assessment.

Additional Entry Requirements:

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Art & Design.

Assessment:

Formative assessment takes place throughout the course with feedback, group critiques and learning conversations used to drive progress. The exam takes place at the end of the second year and is externally moderated by AQA.

Leading to futures in:

Creative industries are thriving in the UK. Studying Art and Design at A-Level is a perfect platform for continuing onto foundation and specialist degree courses. Many students go on to study and pursue careers in diverse fields such as fine art, illustration, animation, fashion, digital design, photography, graphics, illustration, textiles, interiors, architecture, theatre and film.