Specification

Edexcel Fine Art: The specification and assessment structure can be found at the link: https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/demo/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/art-and-design-2015.html

The Art course is aimed at students who have a genuine interest and enjoyment of the visual arts.  Students are encouraged to make informed personal and imaginative responses to specific themes with guidance and instruction by the teacher.

Students who choose to take Art will take part in offsite activities as well as practical based studies, visiting major galleries and exhibitions in the UK and in Europe as part of their critical element of the course and allowing students to gain knowledge, understanding of the history of Art and different cultures.  Students will also make visits to local places for practical workshops and drawing sessions to inform their project work.

During the course, students are required to complete 4 units at A Level.  Students are required to keep a work journal (sketch book) throughout the course, which alongside their preparatory work, artist research and final piece makes up a unit of work.

The course is exciting, challenging and rewarding, allowing each student to build on their skills in critical studies and in a broad range of media, from many different starting points and themes.

If you are interested in the course and have further questions please see Mr Radbourne.