Norbury Manor Girls' High School

Course title

Graphic Communication

Awarding body and

syllabus number

EDEXCEL

AS – 8GC02

A2 – 9GC02

Content

Students should possess a high level of personal commitment and are expected to undertake coursework in their own time which complements and runs parallel to studio work.  In the introductory project all students will complete a series of workshops focusing on the human figure.  Students are encouraged to use formal elements and creative skills to convey information visually combining images and words. Students will use of a range of materials and techniques such as drawing, painting and printmaking but there is an emphasis on the use of photography and digital media.

Analytical skills are developed through the use of work journals and an extended personal study in A2.

The AS leading to an A2 course in Graphic Communication provides the opportunity to build a strong portfolio of work.  This is crucial for those students seeking progression to further study in art and design or employment in creative industries.

Assessment

There are 4 units to be studied over the 2 years of the AS and A2 course:

¿   Unit 1 – Coursework

¿   Unit 2 – Externally set assignment

¿   Unit 3 – Coursework (practical work and personal study)

¿   Unit 4 – Externally set assignment

Special Requirements

Students will be required to attend gallery and museum visits which may incur a cost.  Students will need to supply various art materials and      resources.

External students will be asked to attend for interview with a portfolio of their work to be assessed before admission to the course.