Introduction

Board: EdExcel

The Graphics (Art syllabus) course can also be taken in combination with Art and Design or Textiles AS and A level but due to the similar structure of the courses advice should be taken if you plan to do this.

You would normally be expected to have achieved a good pass, (B or above) in GCSE Art and Design or Graphics.

This is an art based graphics course which will be jointly taught by the art and technology faculties. You should enjoy solving image based problems which are suitable for commercial application and enjoy working to design briefs. You will be given the opportunity to work on projects relating to design, illustration and typography through a range of media including drawing, pastels, inks and collage as well as techniques such as paint and computer generation and image manipulation. This course would suit people who have an interest in photography as well as traditional art skills. Access to your own camera would be an advantage but not essential.