Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Sixth Form: A Level Courses: Art and Design

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Art and Design

The A' level course in Art and Design is an AS/A2 course of specialised study. The expression of ideas in visual terms is fully explored through the control and development of skills and techniques in all aspects of visual expression and design. Various experiences are offered: 3D, printing, collage, drawing, painting, graphics, mixed media and computer graphics, the emphasis being on personal preference and experimentation.

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AS Course (Year 12)
Students will be required to:

	produce 2 units of coursework (each of the two units are 30% of the total mark). The units will consist of the investigation and development of chosen themes in varius media and different modes of expression chosen by the student.
	Complete a controlled test consisting of a range of questions set by AQA and chosen by the student. Four weeks are allowed for preparation and the test is 5 hours. (40% of total mark).

A2 Course (Year 13)
Students will be required to:

	continue with the coursework undertaken at AS Level, extending the work to suit their individual needs.
	produce 2 more units of coursework (30%)
	Complete a final controlled test of 15 hours (20%)

Examination Board: NEAB/AQA

The art department at BRGS has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where individual development and progress is encouraged and promoted to examination level. Visits to major exhibitions are arranged throughout the two years where students can develop a wider and more balanced view of the total subject area.

The working area is housed in a modern art block and the department has an extensive library along with a suite of computers for both reference and activities.

» Higher education and Career opportunities:
Most students continue their studies by either direct entry to university or by obtaining a place on a foundation course prior to degree studies in Art, Architecture, Advertising or media and other allied subject areas. Work studied at AS level is counted as part one of the full A level course and will be assessed as part of the final marks.

	Case Studies: Students who studied Art & Design at BRGS Sixth Form
	» Heather: Arts Education, Bretton Hall, University of Leeds » Lucy: Music Industry Management & Marketing, Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College » Jen: Media Production, Cumbria Institute of Arts » Laura: Multimedia Design, University of Huddersfield