b'ART AND DESIGNWhat will I learn?What the students say: What have you found challenging about this course? You will learn how to interpret artwork and talk about artwork condently whilst using a wide range of materials"Sometimes I nd it difcult to complete tasks in the time creatively.You will learn how to design and create nalset in lessons and have to nish at home.Homework is pieces using a variety of techniques.You will also learn toassigned to us regularly." think and be more creative, presenting your work in imaginative and unique ways.What the students say: what do you wish you What key skills do I need to be successful?would have known prior to choosing thisYou need to be willing and curious to try new things andcourse? be determined to do your very best. Your sketchbook is something you have ownership of so you need to consider"You try out so many new materials and techniques." carefully how you want it to look and what style you want to use."I wish I had known just how many materials were available to me." Your teacher will guide and support you but being independent and imaginative is also important.If you"I wish I had asked Mrs Teasdale more about the topics work hard, show resilience and challenge yourself you willand themes." produce a fantastic selection of work of which you can be really proud.Where can this course take me in the future? How will I be assessed?You can continue studying Art and Design at local colleges such as Gateshead, Newcastle and Sunderland where they You will complete three projects.The rst is a piece ofoffer Level 2/3 and BTEC Art and Design, Creative Arts, coursework titled \'Distorted Faces\' and the second is aFine Art and Photography courses.piece of coursework titled \'Force\'.The nal piece is an exam project completed in the classroom like a piece ofRelated careers include becoming an Exhibition Designer, coursework but with a shorter time scale.a Museum Curator, a Special Effects Technician, an Illustrator, an Arts Therapist, a Graphic Designer, an In each project you will be marked on how you write aboutArchitect, a Teacher, an Interior Designer, a Photographer, artists work, your design ideas, how many differentan Animator and a Games Designer. materials you use and a nal piece.The rst nal piece you create will be made from clay but you get to chooseExam Board: the next two.You will be guided through your rst coursework project very closely and you will learn lots ofEdexcel new fantastic techniques! As you progress into your second coursework project you will have more freedom toWeb Link to Curriculum Overview and any choose your theme, materials and techniques. other useful link(s): What the students say: what do you enjoy about this course?https://qualications.pearson.com/en/qualications/edexcel-gcses/art-and-design-2016.htmlThe art classroom is such an inspiring space where weproduce work with creativity, imagination and freedom.Ive gained a lot of condence through my artwork over the last few years.Its my favourite subject. 10 Biddick Academy Key Stage 4 Curriculum Information 2024'