History of Art AS level

History of Art, AS-level
About the Course
The AS Level part of History of Art is structured to develop your knowledge and understanding of some of the working methods of artists, designers, architects and craft workers.
Explore theories of art and design, and art and society, by investigating styles and trends and how signs and symbols are used to convey meaning. Study art and design first hand - visits to museums and galleries will be an integral part of your course. There is also an annual international study visit.
The A2 Level year of the course is concerned with your individual development through critical work, a personal study and supporting evidence. Identify and select a focus for your investigation based on a selected aspect of others†art, craft or design work. Continue to study art and design first hand with more visits to museums and galleries. There is another international study visit in this year.
Course Aims
The course aims to produce personal written and visual responses to the world of art and design, informed by your study of particular artefacts and the context in which they were made.
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
During the AS year you will be required to produce the following:-
• Coursework - An in-depth study in book/folder form, which may include both written and visual analyses of an aspect of others†work and supporting studies.
• Externally Set Assignment - An in-depth study in book/folder form, which may include both written and visual analyses of others' work, produced and presented with supporring studies.
During the A2 year you will be required to produce the following:-
• Personal Study - A study in book form, which may include images and text of between 2000 and 5000 words and supporting studies. The supporting studies will include research into a range of images/objects from historical and contemporary art, craft and design.
• Externally Set Assignment â€" An in-depth study of others†work, produced and presented with supporting studies.
Fees
No Course Fees for Under 19's. Over 19's must pay, or claim Level 2 or Level 3 Entitlement for FREE courses .
What next?
You can progress to an academic degree course in art history, or a combined degree, at university. If you choose to study History of Art alongside practical art-based courses at Totton College, you may wish to progress to degree programmes such as Fine Art at art college or university.