The AS  course is made up of 2 units:

  a) coursework (carrying 60% of marks)

  b) an external set assignment (carrying 40% of marks)

Both these 2 units are delivered through coursework over the year and will be allocated a proportionate amount of time to complete.

Students will be encouraged to produce creative responses, which express their personal thoughts, observations, feelings and ideas. These outcomes should reflect a sensitive and thoughtful handling of visual language.

The coursework is designed to enable students to explore a range of 2 dimensional or 3 dimensional approaches to support their studies, which can include a variety of print-making, ICT manipulated imagery, mixed media, painting and drawing, graphic design, textiles, ceramics and sculpture.

There is a mandatory requirement that candidates keep a work journal for each of the units. The journals should contain evidence of the personal development of the student’s ideas, including reference to the work of a variety of artists and cultures and show an understanding of meanings and context. It should also reflect the candidate’s ability to make skilled and sensitive judgements using imagery and notation.

For further advice, prospective candidates should speak to

Mr. Grant  (Studio 1) after school.