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Fine Art

at Heanor Gate Spencer Academy, Heanor · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

In Year 12 students will learn to work creatively and individually as they explore a broad range of materials, themes and techniques to communicate their ideas. They will build on investigative, analytical, technical and expressive skills, drawing on inspiration from a variety of art, craft and design genres to inspire their own personal outcomes. In Year 13 the students will produce a personal investigation of their choice. The personal investigation consists of a 1500-3000 word essay linked to a personal project exploring practical outcomes within their chosen theme ? 60% The OCR set task allows students to choose one starting point from a range published by the exam board. They then develop preparatory ideas and experiment with practical work before sitting a 15 hour practical exam to complete a final outcome ? 40%

What you need to get on

5 GCSE grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics, and grade 5 in GCSE Art or attend and interview and provide a portfolio.

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

  • Heanor Gate Spencer Academy

    Kirkley Drive, Heanor, DE75 7RA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Heanor

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