ART AND DESIGN – 3D Dimensional Design, Environmental and Architecture Design – A LEVEL
Awarding Body: AQA
Course Code: 7201
QAN: 601/4456/7
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OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE
Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of three-dimensional media, processes and techniques and will be made aware of both traditional and new media. Students will explore the use of drawing for different purposes, using a variety of methods and media on a variety of scales. Students may use sketchbooks / workbooks / journals to underpin their work, where appropriate. Students will explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of architectural design, from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples.
CONTENT AND ASSESSMENT
Component 1
Personal investigation – Internally Assessed
No time limit
96 marks
60% of A-level
Non-exam assessment (NEA) set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre. Visits will normally take place in June.
Component 2
Response to an externally set assignment
Preparatory period + 15 hours supervised time
96 marks
40% of A-level
Non-exam assessment (NEA) set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre. Visits will normally take place in June
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Grade 5 or above in a GCSE design related subject and GCSE English at Grade 4 is recommended.