A / AS level Applied Art and Design Double and Single Award

This practical course can be taken as either a single or double AS or A2 level and comprises of the following unit structure, allowing students to follow a number of pathways:

• SINGLE AS AWARD 3 UNITS

• DOUBLE AS AWARD 6 UNITS

• SINGLE ADVANCED LEVEL AWARD 6 UNITS

• DOUBLE ADVANCED LEVEL AWARD 12 UNITS

Key Topics Include:
• 2D and 3D Visual language

• Fine Art • Design

• Multimedia

• Visual Communication and Meaning

• Working in 2D

• Personal and Portfolio Development

• Professional Practice

How Will The Course Be Taught and Assessed?
The course will be delivered through lectures and a portfolio of work will be produced. Work at the end of the course will be exhibited and moderated in June.

Length of Course
AS Level = 1 year

A2 Level = 2 years

Entry Requirements
To study a full A Level programme students will need a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade A* to C in appropriate subjects. Alternative programmes can be made available for which the entry requirements are negotiable with the Curriculum Area Manager. We make every effort to find a programme that suits the individual. GCSE Grade C or above in English is a mandatory entry requirement for this course.

Key Skills
As well as covering advanced level study of Art and Design, this course will enable students to develop Key Skills which will be essential to them whatever they go on to do afterwards. Key Skills may be developed in the areas of communication, information technology, problem solving, working with others and improving your own learning performance.

Examining Board
Edexcel.

What is the cost?
Students will need appropriate pencils, pens, brushes, an art box etc. They will be required to pay a subsidy fee for materials.

Residential Work Experience
Students will have the opportunity to attend a trip, the cost of which to be notified at a later date.

Progression
This is a highly practical course that will allow students to develop their ideas and work in a variety of media. The Applied Art and Design A Level has been developed to provide abroad educational basis for further training, further education or for moving into appropriate employment within the art and design sector.

.(source: East Devon College website)

Contacts

Any Questions?

• Email the Admissions Department at East Devon College
• Email the Admissions Department at East Devon College

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