Art Curriculum

Boys have the opportunity of following their interest in Art, as a creative pastime without examination, throughout their time at Merchiston both in lessons (up to and including IV Form) and activity times.

Art and Design may be taken at GCSE, AS, and A Level.

GCSE

The exam is based largely on coursework completed over the two-year period of study. Work in both two and three dimensions is produced.

AS/A2 level

The course develops a working knowledge of materials, practices and technology within Art. It develops skills to interpret and convey ideas and feelings using Art, craft and design, along with imaginative and creative powers and experimental, analytical and documenting skills. It involves an understanding of specialist vocabulary and the knowledge and understanding of the place of Art, craft and design in history and in contemporary society.

Component Weighting Method of assessment for AS & A Level Art

Unit 1

Art and Design Coursework

30% of Advanced GCE

60% of AS

Internally set; Internally marked; Externally moderated

AS

Unit 2

Art and Design Externally Set Assignment

20% of Advanced

GCE

40% of AS

Externally set; Internally marked; Externally moderated

Unit 3

Art and Design Coursework

Practical work - Personal Study

30% of Advanced GCE

Internally set; Internally marked; Externally moderated

A2

Unit 4

Art and Design Externally Set Assignment

20% of Advanced GCE

Externally set; Internally marked; Externally moderated