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A-Level Art - 3D Design

at Carmel College, St. Helens · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A-Level Art - 3D Design course enables students to explore a wide range of materials and processes to create 3 dimensional outcomes. These can be decorative or functional pieces and students are encouraged to experiment and problem solve. Starting points include nature, architectural and man-made structures and may also include shape, form, surface and texture. Students are encouraged to become fully involved in the design process and to be open minded to manipulating new materials. All practical work is underpinned by critical and contextual studies and students are asked to research, record and annotate from a wide range of sources. Students will work in a wide variety of materials including paper, card, wood, metal, glass, plaster, clay and wire. Final outcomes may be architectural, lighting, body adornment, sculpture, furniture, set design, product design and 3D design.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. If you have not studied Art, no problem, just come and talk to one of the tutors. If you have studied Art, the requirements are any Art & Design GCSE Grade 4 or a Technology GCSE Grade 4 including Resistant Materials, Product Design, Graphic Products, Textiles or equivalent.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • CARMEL COLLEGE

    Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ST. HELENS

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