Subject Choices for GCSE CO R E S U B J E C T S
O P T I O N S / T WO
Art
Art
In order to understand our increasingly visual world, we need to have a basic working knowledge of the art and design practices, processes and skills involved in creating and interpreting images. IS THIS THE RIGHT SUBJECT FOR ME?
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
If you are considering studying Art and Design you
GCSE Art and Design covers a range of activities and
should have a commitment to, and love of, the subject
in-depth assignments. How many different ways are
and feel motivated to develop your visual skills in order
there of approaching and solving a problem? You
to express your ideas. Ask a member of Year 11 whose
have the exciting prospect of discovering your own
GCSE course is reaching completion and she will tell
personal solution and the satisfaction of seeing your
you it is challenging and fun.
own progress and development. You will be able to explore your own strengths and preferences and build a
This course is suitable for students who are:
portfolio of work.
• keen to develop their visual skills;
This specification explores drawing, painting, collage,
• creative, enthusiastic and imaginative;
mixed media, printmaking and three-dimensional work.
• able to sustain an investigation;
The prime intention is to emphasise the importance of
• keen to visit galleries, museums, workshops
a wider understanding of the nature of art and design.
and studios;
You design the course within the broad outline of the
• willing to experiment and take risks;
syllabus. Lots of encouragement, help and constructive
• willing to review their progress and make
criticism will be given to you throughout the two
improvements.
years, and the atmosphere in the studios is friendly and informal.
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