Sixth Form Subjects
ART & DESIGN
| Exam Board | OCR | Ask us a question | |
| Course Duration | Two Year, Full-Time | Apply | |
| Intake Date | September |
Course Overview
OCR A level Art and Design qualification : Fine Art H601
The course is designed to stimulate interest and enjoyment and help to contribute to the development of a thinking, responsible and visually literate individual.
Extensive opportunities are given to the student to develop his/her descriptive, interpretative and
analytical skills whilst an emphasis is obviously placed on acquiring necessary subject based skills and
knowledge. This course is suitable for people who are well motivated and committed to the Arts generally.
The subject is taught by two senior members of the department, and on-going discussion about work projects and art based issues is an important method of immersing the students in thinking about all aspects of their own work, and the work of practising artists and crafts people.
Course Content and Assessment
Component 01: Personal Investigation.
Learners should produce two elements:
(i) a portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to either a starting point, brief, scenario or stimulus, devised and provided by the learner or centre
(ii) a related study: an extended response of a
guided minimum of 1000 words.
Assessment Overview 01: Personal Investigation:
120 Marks - non-exam assessment
(internally assessed and externally moderated)
60% of total A Level
Component 02: Externally set task:
The early release paper will be issued on 1 February and will provide learners with a number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs and stimuli.
A response should be based on one of these options.
Assessment Overview 02: Externally Set Task:
80 Marks - 15 Hours - non exam assessment
(internally assessed and externally moderated)
40% of total A Level
Learning Methods
100% Exam - No coursework
Future Pathways
POSSIBLE Careeer Pathways
Art & Design students can progress to higher education courses in Design Studies then get jobs as:
1. Graphic and multimedia designers
2. Marketing associate professionals
3. Interior designers
4. Design occupations
5. Clothing, fashion and accessories designers
6. Web design professionals
7. Artists
8. Other administrative occupations
9. Public relations professionals
10. Buyers and procurement officers
Entry Requirements
6 or above in an art or design based subject, although in exceptional cases students who have attained a 5 grade will be admitted after an interview to ascertain their commitment and capabilities. In exceptional cases for students who have not taken GCSE art, yet have a very strong portfolio, we would consider their application at interview.
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- Creative Digital Media Production
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