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Overview

Our A Level Art & Design course helps students develop skills in Fine Art, Architecture, Photography, and Design. It encourages creativity through exploring various media, from traditional techniques to digital design. The course emphasises technical skills, critical thinking, and art theory, helping you create a diverse, personal portfolio. It fosters personal expression and prepares you for future careers in art or design. The teacher’s mantra, “You don’t have to like it, but you do have to understand it,” encourages critical engagement with visual culture.  

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Course Content

This is a two-year art and design course that covers a wide range of techniques in fine art, photography, digital media, and design, with a focus on both creative exploration and portfolio development for professional or academic progression. 

Year 1 Content: 

  • Introduction to Art & Design: Broad exploration of materials and techniques (drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and digital media) 

  • Fine Art: Exploration of 2D, 3D, and mixed media techniques  

  • Drawing (observational and expressive) 

  • Painting (watercolour, acrylic, oil) 

  • Sculpture (clay, plaster, mixed media) 

  • Photography: Digital and darkroom techniques, image manipulation, and composition 

  • Art Theory: Study of key artists and movements, with an emphasis on visual analysis and critical thinking 

  • Personal Project: Students begin developing their creative concepts and portfolios 

Year 2 Content: 

  • Fine Art Continued: Further development of 2D, 3D, and mixed media techniques. 

  • Photography & Digital Media: Advanced digital manipulation, experimental photography, and multimedia projects 

  • Design (Specialisation): Focus on graphic design product design, or fashion, depending on individual interest 

  • Extended Project: Final major project based on a personal theme, supported by extensive research, development, and experimentation 

  • Art Theory & Evaluation: Further critical analysis of contemporary art, trends, and practices 

  • Portfolio Development: Focus on creating a polished portfolio for university or professional applications 

The course consists of 2 units, where your portfolio will make up 60% of your final grade, and 40% will be based on the exam unit.

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Requirements

To enrol in the A-Level Art & Design course, you’ll need: 

  • A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, Art or Design-related subjects 

  • A passion for creativity, an open mind, and a willingness to explore various media and artistic techniques. A portfolio of artwork may be requested as part of the application process. 

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Careers

Here’s a list of career opportunities for someone with an A-level in Art and Design: 

  1. Graphic Design – Graphic designer, visual designer 

  1. Illustration – Illustrator, concept artist 

  1. Animation – Animator, 3D modeller 

  1. Fashion Design – Fashion designer, textile designer 

  1. Interior Design – Interior designer, space planner 

  1. Product Design – Product designer, industrial designer 

  1. Photography – Photographer, photojournalist 

  1. Fine Art – Fine artist, gallery curator 

  1. Advertising – Art director, creative director 

  1. Architecture – Architect, architectural assistant 

  1. Game Design – Game artist, environment artist 

  1. Set Design – Set designer, prop maker 

  1. Web Design – Web designer, UX/UI designer 

  1. Film and Media Production – Film editor, visual effects artist 

These careers offer a variety of creative opportunities, and many may require further study or practical experience to progress. 

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