Luton Prospectus - - Provider 14 to 16 Course Details

These are Fine Art and Graphics courses based on a variety of topics. During Year 10 students will be expected to work in a variety of different materials (painting, drawing, pottery, printing, photography, etc.). During Year 11 the opportunity will exist for students to set their own course of study in consultation with staff. Fine Art During Year 10 students will be expected to work in a variety of different materials (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, etc.). During Year 11, the opportunity will exist for students to set their own course of study in consultation with staff. Graphics During Year 10 students will be expected to work in a variety of different media and techniques (book illustration, digital imaging, package design, desktop publishing, typography). During Year 11 the opportunity will exist for students to set their own course of study in consultation with staff.

In order to gain a GCSE in either Fine Art or graphics, the candidates must exhibit their work. The exhibition will consist of: 1. Preparation, and final pieces from the topics which the student will have produced for their coursework (Years 10 and 11). 2. The preparation work for an examination piece. That is the ideas, drawings, photographs, etc., which are done in the twenty days after receiving the question paper and before the examination piece is done. 3. The examination final piece, which can be done in any material as a piece of art or design. Students will be allowed 10 hours to complete this work using the preparation work previously done. Marks will be allocated: Coursework = 60% Examination = 40%

For those interested in a career in Art and Design, specialist further education can be obtained in the local college or at BA degree courses, which are available nationally. The major areas of study are Fine Art (Painting, Sculpture), Fashion & Textiles, Graphic Design & Illustration, and 3 Dimensional Design (Glass, Ceramics, Furniture Design, Interior Design and Theatre Design).