Exam Board: AQA Specification 3201 – 3206
Qualification
Students will learn to draw and paint from observation and experiment with a range of media. Students will be encouraged to develop their own ideas and to produce a body of work on set and chosen themes. Students will also analyse work by other artists to help inform their own ideas.
Assessment
Coursework – a minimum of 2 projects based on topics from different areas of study (Graphic Design, Fine Art and Textiles) such as:
- 3D project based on natural forms, e.g. plants or shells
- Batik project based on the theme of the sea or landscape
- Poster design project based on the theme of African or Chinese Art and produced using computer aided design.
Exam Unit – 2nd year
Specified preparation time. Preparation includes recording of ideas, analysing other artists, developing own ideas to create a final piece.
Exam – 10 hour practical exam in which students create a final piece.
Entry requirements
Whilst an aptitude for art and design is desirable, no previous experience in art and design is necessary to embark on this course.
For more information on this course, please go to http://www.aqa.org.uk/