Useful Information
This practical Fine Art course offers students the chance to cultivate a deep appreciation of the visual world while developing their own personal, creative responses to it. The course emphasizes the importance of visual language, focusing on core skills such as drawing, painting, and printmaking, with much of the work grounded in direct observation. Our students consistently excellent results, securing places at prestigious art colleges and universities, which can lead to diverse careers within the creative industries. Additionally, many students choose Fine Art to balance their academic studies with a subject they are passionate about.
A-Level Art is a highly rewarding course, though it requires students to undertake projects with a significant degree of independence.
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Course Overview
Throughout the course, students will explore a variety of topics, learning to:
Develop ideas that showcase analytical and critical understanding
Experiment with a range of, media, techniques, and processes, refining ideas through ongoing review
Record thoughts, observations, and insights, while learning to reflect on their work and progress
Create and present a personal and meaningful final piece
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Course Highlights
The College offers a number of enriching educational experiences each year to help students contextualize their learning. These include trips to galleries, outdoor drawing sessions, and talks by visiting professionals, such as local designers and artists. These activities allow students to engage with the wider art world and gain inspiration from real-world contexts.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
Many students go on to pursue further study at Art Colleges or universities, enrolling in programs such as:
Fine Art
Graphic Design, Illustration
Fashion Design, Theatre Design
3D Design, Digital Animation
Architecture
Advertising and Packaging
Web/Social Media Design
The field of art is continually evolving, with new courses and opportunities emerging regularly. We provide ongoing advice guidance throughout the course to ensure students are aware of the latest pathways available in the creative industries.
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Assessment
Students can choose from a variety of academic and vocational courses, and our art department is committed to helping each student select the most suitable program. Our well-equipped Visual Arts facilities support a broad range of media, including printmaking, textiles, photography, and graphic design. Dedicated resource areas, such as those featuring Apple Mac computers, are also available to enhance the learning experience.
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Entry Requirements
Students wishing to include A Levels in their programme need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSE's at grade 4 or above, including English at grade 4 and mathematics at grade 4.
Students will need a satisfactory school reference and also meet the following minimum GCSE requirement:
Grade 4 in Art or relevant Design Technology or Grade 5 if taking two Art endorsements.
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