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A-Level
Architecture
EXAM BOARD: WJEC EDUQAs
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 You enjoy exploring how architecture works and would
like to learn how to develop ideas and designs for a
range of projects.
3 You aspire to work as an architect, interior architect,
urban planner or landscape architect.
3 You want to progress to university to study a range of
courses in art and design, with a specific bias to an
architecture-related course.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
You will learn a wide range of 2D and 3D techniques and
digital processes to enable you to create a coherent
project that leads from your inspiration to a resolved
model. You will develop research skills, studying
contemporary and historical architecture and designs, as
well as developing your drawing and problem-solving
skills. You will enhance your creative skills, as well as
computer-based design, as you initiate, develop and
realise your ideas through a personal, practical art and
design process.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Year 1 (AS) – coursework
Year 2 (A-Level) – coursework and an exam assignment
Submission of sketchbooks, samples and final outcomes.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE
THIS COURSE
• genuine interest and commitment to the subject
is essential
• enthusiasm for creating personal and unique work
• passion for developing your creative skills
PROGRESSION
Students can progress directly onto a broad range of
architecture-related degree courses. Another
recommended option is to progress onto the Art
Foundation course at Priestley College.
Level 3
Art, Design and
Communication
EXAM BOARD: UAL
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 Excellent preparation for a career in Art and Design.
3 Discover your own strengths and develop a
professional-standard portfolio.
3 Work on projects assigned by industry professionals,
including opportunities to exhibit your work in
public venues.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Drawing, painting, textiles and ceramics, photography
and illustration. You will build your confidence and skills
in Year 1 before deciding on your specialism for Year 2
when your work will be independently driven towards
your chosen specialist subject. You will learn how artists
and designers work. This choice or pathway enables you
to develop a high level of work in your chosen area for
university or employment.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Project-based assignments
A final major project of your choice, which will be
displayed in an exhibition
Your progress will be continuously monitored
and assessed
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE
THIS COURSE
• commitment to Art and Design
• hard work ethic
• enthusiasm for producing personal and unique work
• passion for the subject
PROGRESSION
You will build a strong portfolio that will allow you to
apply for top university places or go on to work in the
Creative Industries in full-time employment /
apprenticeships. Other options include progression onto
the Art Foundation course.
D
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PRIESTLEY EXTRA
As well as research trips and gallery visits, we invite
speakers from universities and industry to talk about
career possibilities.
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
As well as working in the studios you will be encouraged to
participate in research trips and gallery visits. As part of your
course you will have the opportunity to talk to visiting
speakers from university and from industry about careers
and courses. You will be taught by specialist staff who share
their expertise.
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