SUBJECTS
The time available for this component enables pupils to develop a foundation of core practical skills as well as providing opportunities to focus on experimentation, risk- taking, drawing, the ability to analyse and synthesise ideas as well as developing and refining techniques.
Art
What is the subject about? The A-level in art and design has been designed to provide engaging and innovative creative learning experiences, where art, craft and design practice is meaningfully integrated with theoretical knowledge and understanding. This specification provides learners with opportunities to develop a broad foundation of critical, practical and theoretical skills that offers learners a holistic understanding of a range of practices and contexts in the visual arts, crafts and design fields, culminating in greater specialism and achievement.
Component 2: Externally Set Assignment 40% of qualification: 80 marks
This component consists of a series of visual (including moving image) and written stimuli set by Eduqas. Pupils are required to select one of the stimuli and develop it in a personal response. Responses must take the form of critical, practical and theoretical preparatory work and/or supporting studies, which will inform the resolution of these ideas in a 15 hour sustained focus study, completed in exam conditions. Pupils must therefore bring together the best of their understanding, knowledge and skills built up over their course of study and demonstrate their highest achievement through this externally set assignment. Why might I choose to study art at A-level? Whether you have studied GCSE Art & Design or independently developed your creativity and passion for art, you will enjoy this course. Creative thinking is becoming increasingly recognised as an essential skill for the most highly employable graduates. This A-level provides a strong foundation for the study of art and design through a range of higher education courses as well as building skills for
What are my opportunities for project work or coursework? The A-level course consists of two components:
Component 1: Personal Investigation 60% of qualification: 120 marks
This component consists of a major, in-depth, practical, critical and theoretical investigative project/theme-based portfolio and outcome/s with integrated extended written critical and contextual analysis (1000 words minimum). Personal project ideas are determined by the pupil with guidance from their teachers.
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