Dundonald High School

This two year course is made up of two units, both of which must be completed to fulfil the requirements of this qualification.

Unit 1 is worth 60% and is completed during both Years 11 and 12. Pupils must produce a portfolio of work displaying a range of experiences, such as textile design, 3D design, graphic design and ceramics.

Unit 2 is worth 40% and is completed in Year 12. This is an externally set exam called 'working to a stimulus'. Pupils must complete a project in a limited amount of time and choose the subject of investigation from the externally set examination paper.

The study of art and design promotes and enriches students overall educational experience by presenting them with opportunities to develop their creative, intellectual and artistic abilities. It also provides them with stimulating and challenging opportunities to develop personal knowledge, understanding and skills to achieve their full potential. Studying art and design can provide students with unique skills of investigating, realising, experimenting and problem solving. These skills can contribute to the employability of students who have completed this course successfully.

All pupils will be expected to provide themselves with an A3 sketchpad, an A2 folder and a set of sketching pencils. Pupils embarking on this course will need access to a camera to capture 1st hand evidence, a vital requirement of this GCSE course.