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Art - Fine Art A Level

at Southend High School For Boys, Westcliff-On-Sea · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Some students will want to take Art and Design because it provides them with a portfolio of work which can gain them entry to a foundation course and a range of careers in the Arts, in Architecture, Illustration, Computer assisted animation, Advertising, Industry, TV, Theatre, Illustration, Graphic Design, Textiles, Fashion Design, Jewellery, Interior Design, Printmaking areas and many more. Everything around us has been designed by somebody. They have to start somewhere and it begins with a good portfolio. There is a need for students to further their knowledge about the background to Art, Design and Culture. With this in mind, students will be invited to attend trips to museums and galleries. The student must try to develop his or her ability to speak and write about personal work as well as the work of others.

What you need to get on

You will need at least 52 points from your 8 best GCSE grades, where numerical grades = face value & A*=9, A=8, B=7. You must achieve at least GCSE Grade 6 in Art. Acceptance onto the course requires each student to keep a journal (specifically for artwork and the recording of cultural interests) with written and visual notes and a sketch book and folder for weekly observational drawing; to read the books, articles and to do internet research. Students will produce a portfolio of work.

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

  • Southend High School for Boys

    Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0RG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Westcliff-on-Sea

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