Art & Design KS4                  Number of lessons per fortnight: 8

A BTEC First Diplomais a practical, work related course. You learn by completing units, projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

A BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to four GCSE grades A*/Distinction – C / Pass.

Curriculum:BTEC Art & Design is made up from 6 Units, four of which are mandatory and further two specialist Units. All Units enable you to study particular areas in more depth.

Core Units:

• 2D & 3D Communication

• Contextual References in A&D
• Explore and Develop an Art & Design ideas (fmp)
• Produce an A&D Idea (fmp/Final Major Project)

Other specialist units include: Graphics, Photography, Fashion, Textiles, Visual Arts and Craft.

Equipment:All Art students should have basic equipment: Pencils HB/4B, pens, rubber, ruler and a sharpener. All other equipment will be provided.

Homework:Students are set homework that compliments the BTEC course, develops skills, supports more independent learning and consolidates all class learning.

Assessment:KS4 students are encouraged to develop independence and the confidence in Self/Peer Assessment, target setting and recording progression and development. Every Unit is assessed mid and end of unit. Students must pass all Units. No Exams

Art Clubs:All Art students are expected to attend Art Club every Tuesday 3.30-5pm and any extra time when the studios are open.

KS4 Art Exhibition:KS4 students will organise and present their work in an end of year Exhibition in July.

Contact:Miss Sangha