This art course places a distinct emphasis on the exploration of ideas, materials, visual and other sensory sources. They are concerned with the development of your individual responses to your own first hand experience. During the first two terms of the AS course; you will be encouraged to explore the creative potential of different media and processes. The aim of this essentially experimental phase is to encourage you to acquire and develop skills and awareness.Drawing from observation as a means of investigation and research will be an essential aspect of the course and all students will be expected to develop their experience and confidence in this area. You will also be encouraged to make connections with the work of other artists and the wider worldwide context of art and throughout the course you will have the opportunity to study selected aspects of art through lectures and visits.
Name: Art Fine AS Level Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Art and Design Qualification type: Assessment AS: You will receive continual assessment on your progress and one to one tutorials. Your final assessment for your AS level award is as follows:Unit 1: Coursework Portfolio During the first two terms of the course you will have the opportunity to experience drawing, painting, printmaking and photography. This phase provides the basis for (one extensive practical project) Unit 1: Coursework Portfolio (worth 60% AS). Alongside this work you will be expected to build up evidence of your critical awareness of the wider context of art within culture to complement and inform your practical work.Unit 2: Externally-Set AssignmentTowards the end of the AS course you will complete Unit 2: Externally-Set Assignment (worth 40% AS). Your response to externally set questions. This involves a preparation period of approximately twelve weeks including 10 hours supervised time. A2 : If you choose to continue into the second year to complete the A2 course there are two further assessments:Unit 3: Personal investigationThis involves one, extended, in-depth coursework project using skills acquired at AS level. It also includes a written log of your progress between 1000 - 3000 words.Unit 4:Externally-Set Assignment Your response to externally set questions. This involves a preparation period of approximately fifteen weeks including a 15 hour exam. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150806 14:37:23 Updated 20150806 14:37:23
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Title: GCE AS Level in Art and Design Qualification: GCE AS Level in Art and Design Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing