Sixth Form Options Booklet 2019-21

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Design Technology Product Design Type of Qualification A Level 3D Product Design Entry Requirements General entry requirements for level 3 study, and grade 5 (or equivalent) in a creative subject. Course content Everything we use, lots of things we see, touch, smell, even taste, have been created and designed. Product design is a fantastic opportunity to study, propose and realise design ideas that are linked to the real world. Understanding human requirements and being able to develop ideas and models for the future is what product design is all about. The aim of the course is to build on students’ technical understanding of resistant materials and their ability to be creative and develop their 2D, CAD/ CAM and 3 dimensional skills. Students are given the opportunity to study the world of design, the different materials used and many of the different production techniques. They are encouraged to be innovative and think ‘outside the box’ for their designing. Students therefore experience the many problems associated with different design and make processes, and will learn many new skills and techniques needed for any higher level design qualifications. This subject is useful for those planning a future in design or technology. Trips and speakers are arranged throughout the year and these are seen as integral to their sixth form experience. How your work is assessed Year 1 Technical principles of product design. Mock exam at end of year. Year 2 Further technical principles plus design and make principles of product design = 50% of A Level exam June Unit 4: Design and make project = 50% of A Level coursework April Progression to Further Education, Higher Education (University), Apprenticeship or Employment Having studied A level 3D & Product Design students will have learnt to be analytical about products produced for the mass market, their function and design practicalities. As well as gaining the practical experiences of designing & making products for specific briefs. There are two possible routes having completed A level Product Design: University courses in product design or related subjects such as architecture, or studying a pre-degree foundation qualification in art & design. Universities offer a wide range of design courses, from footwear design right through to automotive design and engineering. Students may apply for apprenticeships and there are a wealth of university/business apprenticeship schemes. Students are well supported in looking at and researching the many different courses and careers available in the design & engineering markets from local, national and international prospectuses.
Fine Art Type of Qualification A Level Fine Art Entry Requirements General entry requirements for level 3 study. Grade 5 (or equivalent) in a creative subject is an advantage. Course content The aim of the course is to build on students’ technical and critical thinking skills through practical and contextual written work in one or more areas of study, for example drawing, painting, mixed-media, sculpture, photography and ICT. Practically students will learn an appreciation of different approaches to recording images, such as observation, analysis, expression and imagination. They will develop their knowledge & understanding about different styles and genres within fine Art and how ideas, feelings and meanings can be conveyed and interpreted through images. Students are encouraged to work independently and originally to develop their own interests and ‘style’ through art. How your work is assessed Component 1: Personal investigation 96 marks 60% of A Level Component 2: Externally set assignment Preparatory period + 15 hours supervised time 96 marks 40% of A Level Progression to Further Education, Higher Education (University), Apprenticeship or Employment Studying A Level fine art can be a stepping stone into the £60 billion a year creative industry, beyond A level there are three possible routes you could take; art & design foundation studies, direct entry to a degree of your choice or apprenticeship. What is a Foundation Course? This is a one year pre degree course to prepare students who are intending to apply to study a specialism of art & design at university. Generally the art & design foundation course is studied at the local university and currently do not incur fees. Which Degree Course? There are thousands of design degrees you could study, ranging from: fine art, graphic design, photography, fashion & textiles, digital design, architecture, art therapy, interior design, landscape design, TV film & theatre design, product design the list is endless. Applications are through UCAS. Extra-Curricular Opportunities King Edward VII Art & Design faculty runs an extensive range of extracurricular activities, to support learning and to enable students to achieve their potential. Study visits (currently for post 16 students) each year to either European or international destinations and visits to current exhibitions such as Tate London. Students can also be involved in mentoring programmes for key stage 4 students which will support their application for study and work post A Levels.
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