A Level Art and Design is a continuation of GCSE and involves researching and recording visual information in a variety of media and using a range of processes including painting, printmaking, textiles, photography and drawing. You will use the work of artists and designers to give your work direction and must be able to develop creative ideas. You must be able to present a personal response which demonstrates your visual understanding and realises your intentions.

AS Units

Unit 1 - Portfolio

In this unit you will work from a given starting point or theme to produce one or more considered conclusions. The work will involve the exploration of media, development of ideas, visual evaluation and the production a personal response.

Unit 2 – Externally Set Assignment

You will select a starting point from a range of 5 themes set by AQA this will be issued to you on 1^st February. You will have a 5 hour supervised period during your preparation period, to produce a piece of developmental work

There is no final exam.

You will put up an exhibition of all work produced on the course.

A2 Units

Unit 3 – Personal Investigation

In this unit you will develop a body of work through personal investigations based on an idea, issue, concept or theme.

This will be supported by a 1000 -3000 word report.

Unit 4- Externally Set Assignment

You will select a starting point from a range of 8 themes set by AQA this will be issued to you on 1^st February.

You will have a preparation period followed by a 15 hour controlled test in which you will produce a final personal response.

You will put up an exhibition of all work produced during Year 13.

Assessment details

Unit 1	Portfolio	50% AS ( 25% of A level)
Unit 2	Externally Set Assignment	50% AS ( 25% of A level)
All work is internally marked and externally moderated.

Assessment details

Unit 3	Personal Investigation	25% of A level marks
Unit 4	Externally Set Assignment	25% of A level marks
All work is internally marked and externally moderated.

Progression

Art and Design AS and A2 level are excellent foundations for degree courses and/or careers in the fields of Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art, Graphics, Architecture, Interior Design, Theatre and Film Set Design and Photography. The creative nature of the course provides support for further study towards related areas such as Advertising, Film and Media Studies, Theatrical Studies, Creative Writing and Museum and Gallery based careers.

Exam board

AQA