Art KS4 | Year 11
Examination Board | AQA
Specification Code | 8202/C (Portfolio)
Subject Content
Component 1 - 60% of GCSE
Completion of the Portfolio evidencing coverage of all four assessment objectives.
The portfolio will include a sustained project evidencing the journey from initial engagement to the realisation of intentions and a selection of further work undertaken during the student’s course of study.
Component 2 - 40% of GCSE
Exam (Externally Set Task). Students respond to their chosen starting point from an externally set assignment paper relating to their subject title, evidencing coverage of all four assessment objectives. A preparation period which can begin in January is followed by 10 hours of supervised unaided work (the exam) in which students are required to realise their intentions. Students must not undertake any further preparatory studies once the first period of supervised time starts.
Assessment Details
To be successful, students will need to be able to show evidence of the four assessment objectives:
- AO1: Develop ideas through investigations, demonstrating critical understanding of sources.
- AO2: Refine work by exploring ideas, selecting and experimenting with appropriate media, materials, techniques and processes.
- AO3: Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions as work progresses.
- AO4: Present a personal meaning
Additional Equipment Recommended
KS4 Art Kit and A3 and A4 sketchbooks, which can be purchased from the school shop.
What can I do to support my child at home?
Be interested in what your child has been learning and doing in Art. Ask to see their sketchbook, and engage with them by getting them to discuss art projects with you. Encourage them to experiment with their art media and to review and refine their work as they progress . Encourage them to read about art and use a library for research. Visits to museums and galleries are encouraged and often, upon seeing 'real' art, your child will be enthused and filled with new ideas. Encourage your child to complete homework and to attend any after-school help sessions.
Recommended Resources for the Course
Websites
Books
Revision Guides and the school library has an excellent collection of art books, as do local libraries and are a great resource.
Teaching Staff Contact Details
Head of Art
Mrs Nicholls - hnicholls@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk
Teacher of Art
Mrs Bye - cbye@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk
Teacher of Art
Ms Schofield - mschofield@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk