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GCE A Level Art and Design

at St Anselm'S College, Prenton · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Component1: Personal Investigation. This element of the A2 course is in two parts. 1. a practical project in which candidates carry out a personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme. 2. written material which is linked to and supports their chosen focus for study. Component 2: The Externally Set Assignment The official question paper is given out during the first week in February. From a series of starting points on the paper students are expected to develop ideas / respond in depth to one of the starting points. Following a period of preparation 15 hours under exam conditions will take place after Easter. The sessions are spread over a fortnight.

What you need to get on

Minimum of a grade B at GCSE Art & Design is required.

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

  • St Anselm's College

    Manor Hill, Birkenhead, CH43 1UQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Birkenhead

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