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A Level Art and Design

at Altrincham College, Altrincham · college

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The WJEC Eduqas A level in Art and Design has been designed to provide engaging and innovative creative learning experiences, where art, craft and design practice is meaningfully integrated with theoretical knowledge and understanding. The course provides learners with opportunities to develop a broad foundation of critical, practical and theoretical skills that offers learners a holistic understanding of a range of practices and contexts in the visual arts and design craft fields, culminating in a greater specialism and achievement.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grades 9-5 including English Language and Maths and a strong portfolio of art work. If you completed GCSE Art & Design or Textiles you must have achieved a minimum of a Grade 5.

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

  • Altrincham College Sixth Form

    Green Lane Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 8QW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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