Why choose A level art, craft and design?
This course will see you explore art concepts through a variety of media including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and photography. You will produce work that meets the requirements of four assessment objectives, recording your ideas through photography, mark making and written annotation.
Course type: A level
Board: OCR
Entry requirement: Grade 5 or above in GCSE art. Applicants without a GCSE in art may be asked to submit a portfolio.
How will art, craft and design be delivered and assessed?
| Content | Assessment | % of A level |
| Year 12: | Formative teacher assessment to prepare for year 13 coursework | N/A |
| Build practical skills using a wide variety of media, techniques, and processes | ||
| Investigate the work of artists, craftspeople, and designers | ||
| Develop personal ideas through project work | ||
| Emphasis on experimentation and independent thinking | ||
| Year 13, component one: | Assessed on creative and technical skill through sketchbooks and final outcomes | 60% |
| Personal investigation project | ||
| Develop a personal theme and sustained body of work | ||
| Includes a written element (1,000–3,000 words) | ||
| Year 13, component two: | Assessed on idea development, experimentation, and resolved outcomes | 40% |
| Externally set task from a list of themes | ||
| Preparatory work followed by a 15-hour practical exam to produce final piece |
Progression
This course offers excellent preparation for further study at foundation or degree level in art, design, or related creative subjects. It also provides a strong basis for careers in the creative industries, including architecture, graphic design, illustration, fashion, photography, and more.
