Fine Art AS / A2

Fine Art AS and A2

Subject category:
Art, Design, Media and E Media

What will I study?
Practical assignments to include- drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography and ceramics. Critical analysis of Art History and contemporary practice is incorporated in to all the units. There is a compulsory written component in the A2 coursework.

Duration:
One year for AS and a further year for A2.

Do I need any additional qualifications/ skills?

How will I be assessed?
In unit form - units are assessed internally and externally moderated. There are two units at AS and a further two at A2.The units consist of a coursework portfolio (units 1 and 3) and externally set assignments (units 2 and 4).

What can I do afterwards?
Many students go on to one year pre-degree Foundation courses in Art and Design before specialising in BA hons degree courses or two year Foundation Degrees. For other students the Art qualification forms part of their general education and gives them a visual subject as part of their UCAS portfolio.

Are there any additional costs involved?
Art materials approx £70 per year and gallery visits at approx £20 per year.

Location:
Park College