A Level Art, Craft and Design
at Titus Salt School, Shipley · school or sixth form
What the college says
The main purpose of this course is to develop your ability to appreciate and respond to the visual world in an independent and creative way. You will build upon skills from your GCSE course, including new media techniques and methods of working. You must be prepared to work hard and actively participate. You will also be required to complete sketchbook work to support each coursework element. You will be asked to respond to a subject/theme and create a personal response that explores observations, critical and contextual research, development and an final outcome.
What you need to get on
The subject is open to any pupil who wants to study a creative subject. You will normally have achieved a Grade 6 at GCSE Art and the observational drawing task however, if you feel you are creative and possess a good general level of skill please discuss your suitability with a member of the department.
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
Titus Salt School
Higher Coach Road Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5RH
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Shipley
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