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Art and Design

at Nunthorpe Academy, Middlesbrough · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Level and Exam Board AQA AS Level. Why choose Art and Design? In the past 20 years the creative industries world-wide have created more jobs and revenue than any other. In the last year creative jobs in Britain have grown almost twice as fast as the rest of the British economy. Many establishments now look for creative individuals who have that independent and inquisitive nature to make the difference. While Art continues to be a desirable option for students wishing to pursue 'traditional' creative careers, such as Architecture, Interior Design or Fine Art related professions, the internet has seen an explosion of exciting, new roles emerge. What does the course involve? The Art & Design course encompasses every aspect of expressive drawing, painting and design. Opportunities will be given to study drawing and painting, which is essential for developing the visual and practical skills needed by Art students. Students are expected to have a mature and independent approach to their work and should be capable of personal research through drawings, designs, critical analysis and technical making skills. Knowledge of the work of other artists is developed through critical and contextual studies, which is integrated as part of practical work. There will also be opportunities to develop Art & Design ideas through new media, such as digital photography and Photoshop. Contact vthompson@nunthorpe.co.uk

What you need to get on

To study this course you would be expected to have achieved at least a grade B at GCSE. However if students have not reached this level and can demonstrate by portfolio that they have the potential to cope with A Level work, they will be given a probationary period on the courser to prove their abilities. Grade 5 in English

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

  • Nunthorpe sixth form

    Guisborough Road Nunthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS7 0LA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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