Qualification: A Level
Examining board: AQA
Course specification:
Course leader: Mrs Wigham
Years taught: 12,14
What will I be doing on this course?
Students studying Fine Art will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of art media, processes and techniques.
Traditional methods are studied as well as new media - the use of drawing for different purposes is studied, using a variety of methods and scales.
Students will work in one or more areas of Fine Art such as drawing and painting, mixed media (collage), printmaking and photography.
Relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of art, craft and design are studied, from the past and from recent times, including European and non European examples.
Trips may be taken to nearby art galleries and museums.
Units covered
Component 1: Portfolio
Component 2: Externally set assignment
How this course is assessed
AS Level
- Component 1: Portfolio. Non exam assessment set and marked by the teacher and moderated by AQA during a visit in June.
60 % of AS. - Component 2: Externally set assignment
40 % of AS.Set by AQA and marked by the teacher, moderated by AQA in June
A Level
- Component 1: Personal Investigation
60 % of A level
Set and marked by the teacher and moderated by AQA in June. - Component 2: Externally set assignment
40 % of A Level
Set by AQA, marked by the Art & Design Learning Coaches and moderated by AQA in June.
Marks gained at AS level do not contribute in any way to the final grade at A level.
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Progression/future opportunities
Students who perform well in this subject and the rest of their studies could progress to an undergraduate degree in an Art subject which can lead to an exciting career in the Arts.
Jobs related to this subject include:
- Exhibition designer
- Techer/lecturer
- Illustrator
- Comic artist
- Printmaker
- Museum/gallery curator
- Graphic Designer
- Tattooist
- Multimedia artist
- Games designer
Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.