Qualification: GCSE
Exam Board: AQA
Subject Overview
Pupils will be working on coursework from the very start of Year 10, and everything they produce from the start of the course contributes to the final grade they receive at the end.
Coursework consists of two practical projects (titles to be confirmed), which include painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, digital studies, ceramics and written essays. Final pieces are completed in formal examination conditions.
The final examination is an externally set project (completed over a series of weeks) culminating in a final piece of work which is completed in 10 hours under formal examination conditions.
NB: Personal art equipment is a requirement of the course, and discounted art equipment packs will be available to purchase through the school for all new Year 10 pupils at the start of the course.
Assessment
- 60% Coursework (Non-examination assessment)
- 40% Examination (Externally set project)
Pupils are graded in the following four areas, each worth 25%:
- DEVELOP: Analysis of artists, including written work.
- EXPLORE: Refining techniques with various art materials.
- RECORD: Drawing accurately from observation and photography.
- PRESENT: Completion and presentation of projects.
Key Dates of Assessment
- Coursework Portfolio: September (Year 10) to December (Year 11).
- External Examination: January to April (Year 11).