Sixth Form Handbook 2022-24

ART AND DESIGN

Course content and structure The broad-based Art, Craft and Design title enables pupils to explore a range of two-dimensional, three- dimensional or time-based approaches to their studies. Artists, craftspeople and designers, while working within their own disciplines, are often inspired and influenced by those working in a wide range of different creative areas. They draw inspiration from images, compositions, forms and ideas outside of their own discipline. They work frequently in multi- disciplinary and cross disciplinary ways, breaking traditional boundaries to create works of art, craft and design that combine ideas, concepts and materials in new ways. This component incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work and a personal study of a minimum 1000 words of continuous prose. These elements are integrally connected. Supporting studies may combine investigation and research for both the practical work and personal study; however, the personal study must be presented as a separate outcome and is worth 12% of the overall qualification. Component 2 - Externally Set Assignment: This takes the form of a project inspired by an externally set theme. Preparation for this is undertaken from 1 February of the second year of the course. A personally resolved outcome is produced over 15 hours. The disciplines associated with this subject are painting and drawing , printmaking , sculpture, fine art textiles, graphic communication, photography, three-dimensional design, alter- native media and interactive mixed media. There are two main components of this course: Component 1 - Personal Investigation:

Assessment overview Component 1 (60%)

Personal Investigation and Personal Study Internal assessment and external moderation at the Centre by an Edexcel appointed moderator Component 2 (40%) Externally Set Assignment Externally set theme, internally assessed then externally moderated at the Centre by an Edexcel appointed moderator The appropriately weighted mark scheme, derived from the Assessment Objectives, is used for each corresponding component. Other notes Drawing is an essential skill for studying art and design at GCE and degree level. It forms a core element of the practice of artists, craftspeople and designers. It can take many forms; at its simplest andmost direct it consists of marks of pencil or pen on paper, though it can employ any media and be applied in two and three dimensions or time-based media. Drawing in the context of this qualification is taken to mean the following: recording the observed world, using mark-making in appropriate media; exploring ideas visually, through the act of mark-making; investigating, through the exploration of drawing media, to find new ways of expressing ideas, feelings or observations; experimenting with various tools, materials and techniques. Close links with Design Technology and History of Art offer further facilities and experiences, ensuring that interdisciplinary connections are established. Visits to galleries and museums and the analysis of art from a range of historical and cultural sources are an integral part of this course. Regular attendance at Life Drawing classes is expected.

University and careers links The specification is intended to form part of an education continuum which prepares pupils to undertake further studies in Art. Candidates will create a portfolio of work to support their applications. The course is also intended to meet the needs of pupils who will study subjects or take up careers for which an Art background is relevant. Pupils will develop flexible and transferable skills and abilities which will enable them to choose from a wide range of future opportunities.

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