Fine Art

THIS COURSE FOCUSES ON BUILDING STRONG ARTISTIC SKILLS WITHIN DRAWING, PAINTING AND PRINTMAKING.

Experimentation is encouraged through practical lessons and gallery visits. Sketchbooks are used to record ideas and other artists’ work. This course is ideal for students with a strong interest in drawing and painting and with a desire to progress into a creative arts career or higher education pathway.

Entry requirements:

Five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, ideally including grade 4 or above in GCSE Art. A suitable portfolio of artwork may be accepted as an alternative to GCSE Art.

What students will learn:

Develop the skills and ideas needed to create original and personal artwork. Using your first-hand experiences and researching other artists will also help you develop your body of work.