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Level 3
A Level Fine Art
COURSE OVERVIEW
A Level Fine Art is for you if you want to stretch your artistic capabilities and take experimental risks in 2D and mixed media. Your focus is on materials, techniques and processes where you’ll get the opportunity to combine media in inventive and non-traditional ways.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4 including an art based subject and English Language. At interview you are required to bring a portfolio / sketchbook of art work with you. You will also be required to complete a GCSE to A Level Transition Project prior to enrolment.
This course will help you to progress to Higher Education, including a range of university courses, or to a variety of careers. Potential careers include Fine Artist, Textile Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Product Designer, Exhibition Designer, Illustrator, Art Therapist, Teacher, Art Gallery Curator and many more.
This is a two-year linear A Level where you are examined on the whole syllabus at the end of the second year. Each project is assessed as a portfolio of work. Work is assessed at the college and moderated by the exam board. To prepare you for external exams, you will carry out a programme of weekly tests, exam style assessments and Formal Progress Points where you will monitor your attendance, how hard you are working and your academic progress. You will progress through a Year 1 Gateway that will allow you to progress to Year 2.
You will be required to buy your own textbooks, stationary and any subject-related equipment.
A basic art equipment starter kit (purchased through college) is £30.
Financial support is available to those who are eligible, you can find out more in the College Life section of our website.