Art and Design in Key Stage 4

an understanding of past and contemporary Art and Design
a working knowledge of materials, practices and technology
the skills to investigate, analyse and experiment using Art, Craft and Design
the student’s imaginative powers and ability to express ideas, feelings and meanings
an understanding of the language and conventions of Art and Design

Coursework and Exam

controlled assessment coursework

40%

exam

60%

The controlled assessment comprises of a 20 hour preparatory period followed by 45 hours of coursework.
The exam comprises of a 20 hour preparatory period followed by a 10 hour exam (carried out over several days).
For the controlled assessment and for the exam students have to explore a theme that leads to a final piece of work. A theme is a broad title (eg. Change, Structures) that allows students to pursue their own areas of interest.
Evidence of their exploration is presented in a work journal and is worth 75% of the marks

Year 10

Year 11