GCE A Level in Art and Design

This course aims to provide you with a broad foundation in Art or Photography or both, developing skills from GCSE. Aiming to promote the individual and creative development of student's work and establishing confidence in creating artwork/photography using a variety of approaches, techniques and skills.

We follow the AQA specifications for Art & Design/Photography. This course aims to provide you with a broad foundation in Art/Photography and to develop skills from GCSE. Aiming to promote the individual and creative development of students work and establishing confidence in creating artwork/photographic artwork using a variety of approaches and techniques.

Students will initially be introduced to a variety of techniques and materials during workshop sessions: Component 1: Personal Investigation - 60% of A level - Internally set, internally marked, externally moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre Component 2: Personal Investigation - 60% of A level - Internally set, internally marked, externally moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre

5 good GCSE passes, including English Language and Maths. It is strongly recommended that you have a grade 6 or above in a creative subject

We have a excellent track record of our students successfully gaining places at universities on special Art and other related courses including: animation; graphic design; textiles and photography.