KS5 Art

Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences, exploring 2D media, processes and techniques. Students’ work will focus on Fine Art projects, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, film, computer graphics and illustration. Students will use a wide range of media.

The Art rooms are well equipped and students have access to a wide range of resources. Teaching is usually on a one-to-one basis, with students working on individual projects. Students will have the opportunity to attend life-drawing classes, make numerous gallery visits and take part in a visit to Amsterdam.

AS and A2

We follow the OCR specification.

Grades A – D at GCSE are the normal entry requirement, though in certain circumstances, and by negotiation, GCSE Art is not necessarily required,

AS is taken at the end of Year 12, A2 at the end of Year 13.

AS – Unit 1: Research Projects (Fine Art)

2 projects set by the Art Department.

Assessment
Marked by the centre. 30% of AS, 15% of A2

AS – Unit 2: Personal Investigation

3000 word visual analysis of any Fine Art work, movement or artist. Must be from first-hand study.

Assessment
Marked by the centre. 30% of AS, 15% of A2

AS – Unit 3: Controlled Test

Range of questions set by OCR. Four weeks are allowed for preliminary test. A 5-hour controlled test to produce developmental work. This may be carried forward into Unit 4 as a project.

Assessment
Marked by the centre. 40% of AS, 20% of A2

A2 – Unit 4: Specialist Project Fine Art

2 projects set by Art Department.

Assessment
Marked by centre. 15%

A2 – Unit 5: Personal Study – Fine Art

An illustrated written study of an aspect of critical and historical studies in Art and Design. Candidate’s own choice. 3000 words approximately.

Assessment
Marked by the centre. 15%

A2 – Unit 6: Controlled Test Fine Art

A range of questions set by OCR. 6 weeks preparation. 15-hour controlled test

Assessment
Marked by centre. 15%

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