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Full TimeA/ AS Level Art and Design - Art History

A Level

In Lincoln ()

Free

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Duration

    2 Years

The course aims to stimulate a critical awareness of the social, cultural, historical and economic meanings contained within art and design work. Students should have a real interest in the history of art throughout the ages and it is expected that many students will have attained a GCSE grade C or above in Fine Art, Textiles or Graphics. This is not compulsory however as most of the critical.

Important information

Government funding available

About this course

Students wishing to study A level History of Art must have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, preferably including Mathematics or Science. It is possible to undertake the full A level in one year by combining AS and A2.

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Subjects

  • Textiles
  • Housing
  • Media
  • Full Time
  • Communications
  • Public
  • Art
  • Art History
  • Design
  • Graphics
  • Art design
  • 3D

Course programme


Full Time AS Level Art and Design - Art History

Course Description:
The course aims to stimulate a critical awareness of the social, cultural, historical and economic meanings contained within art and design work. Students should have a real interest in the history of art throughout the ages and it is expected that many students will have attained a GCSE grade C or above in Fine Art, Textiles or Graphics. This is not compulsory however as most of the critical analysis can be undertaken largely through academic means. Students must have strong written skills in order to investigate and interpret specific works of art and art movements, using appropriate subject terminology.

In the first year, topics in the first year are organised into 6 themes

  • The Human Form
  • Landscapes and Natural Forms
  • Still Life and Designed Objects
  • The Built Environment
  • Machine Age and Abstract Art
  • Contemporary Media in Art


Students are required to produce a coursework portfolio in one of these six areas and also complete a controlled assignment.

In the second year, students will produce a personal investigation examining the social context of art, and how art or design is presented to the public as buildings, public sculptures, paintings in an exhibition or functional design items. There will also be a controlled assignment.

The subject is delivered through lectures and written assignments to develop skills of critical analysis, covering cultural, historical and social contexts. Skills of visual analysis will be developed through practical art work and visits to galleries or exhibitions. Practical work will take the form of demonstrations and studio assignments to develop understanding of materials and techniques.

Level:
3

Course Type:
Full Time

Assessment and Progression:
Assessment and Examinations
AS
Coursework portfolio: 30%
Controlled Assignment: 20%

A2
Personal Investigation: 30%
Controlled Assignment: 20%

Examination Board OCR A/S 3806 A Level 7806 Assessment 60% Coursework, 40% Controlled Assignment
Programme Co-ordinnator Dave Armitage
Teaching staff Denise Hawthorne

The subject provides a basis for progression to Art and Design related qualifications such as the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or Higher Education.

The subject is relevant to anyone studying art and design or photography who wishes to explore the social, economic, cultural and historical influences affecting art. As well as being complementary to these subjects, it is also complementary to studies of History, English Language, English Literature, Communications Studies or related subjects.

Duration:
One year for AS Level, a further year for A2.

Mode of attendance
AS Level 5 hours per week, in three sessions, over 1 year
Advanced Level 5 hours per week, in three sessions, over 1 year

Starts September each year.

Location:
Lincoln

Fees:

16-18

If you are a student aged 16 -18 years old there will be NO fees to pay. Once you have started an individual qualification you will not be liable for fees even if you turn 19 before the end.

19+

Adult students may have to pay some or all of their course fees. Remission is available under certain circumstances, for example in receipt of benefits such as Job Seekers’ Allowance or Housing Benefit.

Full TimeA/ AS Level Art and Design - Art History

Free