Options Booklet 2013 - Wentworth High School

Option SubjectsArt and DesignGCSEThe syllabus itself is a broadly based course covering a numberof aspects of Art and Design. It may include a variety ofDrawing and Painting techniques; Design work in both twoand three dimensions; Sculpture; Fabric and Textile work;Ceramics, (clay); Photography and computer Aided Design andMixed Media work.Candidates will produce a number of pieces throughout thecourse that will be individual in nature or developed inresponse to an externally imposed brief. All candidates willshow, as the course progresses, that they can pursue ideas ina logical and thoughtful manner through a wide variety ofmedia, eventually producing images that are attractive,interesting and satisfying.Throughout the course candidates will be given access to thework of other visual artists, both historical and contemporary,as an integral part of the course.The Fine Art course does require a substantial amount ofcommitment both in and out of school. Work produced athome throughout the two years will be necessary forsuccessful completion of the examination. Regular homeworkis set.Art and Design provides a unique vehicle for communication andself-expression. The Art and Design course seeks to develop inthe fullest way possible the aesthetic and intellectual awarenessof each examination candidate through a wide variety of visualskills.Business StudiesBTECWhy take Business Studies?