Why study A level art?
This course supports students to explore their creativity and encourages investigation and experimentation of materials and media. You will develop your knowledge about new concepts and build your own style and methodology.
The course covers sustainability, forms of presentation, together with a focus on historical and contemporary themes. This course will support students wishing to study art, design and illustration at a higher level.
*We welcome high-quality portfolios of independent work to be submitted for consideration before application for students who did not study GCSE art. All supporting portfolios to be submitted on GCSE results day.
Course type
A level
Examination board
AQA
Entry requirements
Grade 5 in art*
How will A level art be delivered?
| Area of engagement | Description |
| Materials and tools | Engage with a range of materials and tools for making fine art, including digital media. |
| Communication through art | Explore ways to communicate ideas and feelings through the organisation of materials and formal elements. |
| Art concepts | Understand and apply concepts such as figuration, representation, and abstraction. |
| Presentation and audience | Investigate various forms of presentation and how audiences may respond to or interact with them. |
| Application of media | Appropriately apply chosen media and realise ideas through specific techniques. |
| Sustainability | Consider sustainable materials and production processes in the construction of work. |
| Collaboration | Participate in collaborative working methodologies in the creative process. |
| Historical and contemporary contexts | Study historical and contemporary themes and sources within the context of chosen disciplines. |
Assessment
• Studio work
• Exhibition
• Presentations
• Written assessment
Future pathways and careers
• Artist or illustrator
• Design
• Teaching or lecturing
• Museum or gallery curator
• Art therapist
