IGCSE Art & Design

PEARSON EDEXCEL IGCSE ART AND DESIGN (4FA1) - FINE ART

PEARSON EDEXCEL IGCSE ART AND DESIGN (4GC1) - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION

Course Aims and Content

The IGCSE course aims to introduce pupils to a wide range of traditional drawing and painting techniques as well as contemporary approaches to art, including abstraction. Pupils should be willing to take risks and have an open-minded approach to learning. Year 10 is divided into two Units: Recording and Creative Process. These are expertly designed to cover a wide range of technical and creative skills, as well as prepare pupils for the external assessments in Year 11. Over the two-year creative learning journey, students will start to build a comprehensive body of work through knowledge of the formal qualities, observations, drawing using a range of media, analysis and reflection. They will also develop a range of skills in painting and related media and graphic communication. Using these skills, students will create a portfolio of work. This course will suit students who have a passion for art and creative design.

Course Asessment

The course is externally assessed via a student e: portfolio for component 1 of supporting studies and final outcome(s). Component 2 is an externally set assignment (ESA) which is made up of a period of preparation and a 10-hour practical examination in April of Year 11. This is also submitted as an e-portfolio of supporting studies and final outcome(s). Each component is worth 50% of the overall grade. Students will be graded 9-1.

The Dulwich Advantage

The Art department, which consists of four large purpose-built and well- equipped studios, is run by teaching specialists with skills in painting, graphic design, photography, sculpture, and textiles, allowing students to create work in a wide range of techniques and materials. The studios are open to art students under supervision during lunchtimes, as well as by appointment after school. Students can also choose additional 'art portfolio' as part of their timetable. Art portfolio is additional studio time with support from one of the art teachers where students can work on their IGCSE portfolios. Current CCAs include sculpture, animation, and making props for the school production. The academic year culminates with a high-profile exhibition of some of the year's best work and a professionally printed exhibition catalogue.