Art & Design

Principle teacher - Mrs Brogan

In addition to standard S1/S2 courses, the Art department also offers the following course:

Standard Grade F/G/C
Intermediate 1
Intermediate 2
Higher
Advanced Higher
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Standard Grade

Levels: Foundation, general and credit

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AIMS 
Students will be encouraged to develop
existing skills and learn new ones. 
They will focus on basic drawing skills
and techniques before exploring a wide
range of other materials from paint and
clay to the latest computer technology.


CONTENT
The course is made up of THREE distinct elements :

EXPRESSIVE ACTIVITY
Students will complete TWO Expressive Activities during S3/4.   In these they will investigate topics and themes by drawing, photography and collecting visual reference materials.   They are then given the opportunity to explore personal ideas, thoughts and feelings and develop these into finished artwork in at least TWO of the following areas :    PAINTING;  DRAWING;  PRINTMAKING;  SCULPTURE.

DESIGN  ACTIVITY
Students will complete TWO Design Activities during S3/4.   The activities will be based on real-life design problems.   Students will investigate a problem, produce ideas for consideration, then develop the best of these into a finished design.   They will work on at least two of the following areas : GRAPHICS;  CERAMICS;  PRODUCT DESIGN;  FASHION; INTERIOR DESIGN; ILLUSTRATION.

CRITICAL  ACTIVITY
During S3/4 students will be given opportunities to research, discuss and appreciate the work of artists, designers and architects in our society.   As well as developing the skills and knowledge necessary to express and communicate personal opinions and judgements about design and expressive art students will also learn to critically evaluate their own creative work.

ASSESSMENT    
Students are assessed on the three following activities.   Each activity is worth a third of the final marks.

EXPRESSIVE ACTIVITY
This part of the course will be assessed  by a  five hour practical examination at the end of S4.   In the exam students will be expected to produce finished artwork based on classwork done during several weeks’ preparation time.

DESIGN ACTIVITY
Students will respond to a Design Brief given to them at the start of S4.   During class time they will produce a design portfolio which must show all four stages of the Design Process.  This will be assessed by their teachers and moderated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).

CRITICAL ACTIVITY
During S4 students will write TWO Critical Appreciations, ONE about the work of architects or designers and ONE about the work of artists.   These will be sent to the SQA for marking.

Intermediate 1

Entry requirements: Negotiation with the principle teacher

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COURSE CONTENT:
Design Activity Unit
Expressive Activity Unit
Art & Design Studies Unit

METHODOLOGY

Design Activity: Identify a design brief of personal interest and investigate sources which might contribute to its solution. Explore a range of possible solutions to the brief. Present an appropriate solution. Review the design process and evaluate the solution in relation to the brief.

Expressive Activity: Investigate and record visually a theme of personal interest. Develop ideas related to the selected theme in a variety of media and techniques. Produce a finished outcome which expresses a personal response.

Art & Design Studies:Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of the visual arts. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of design.

ASSESSMENT

Design Activity Unit Folio  Internally assessed then sent to

Expressive Activity Unit Folio  SQA for External Assessment

Art & Design Studies

Practical Assignment  3 hours work externally invigilated and assessed.

Intermediate 2

Entry requirements: Negotiation with the principle teacher

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COURSE CONTENT:
Design Activity Unit
Expressive Activity Unit
Art & Design Studies Unit

METHODOLOGY

Design Activity: Identify a design brief of personal interest and investigate sources which might contribute to its solution. Explore a range of possible solutions to the brief. Present an appropriate solution. Review the design process and evaluate the solution in relation to the brief.

Expressive Activity: Investigate and record visually a theme of personal interest. Develop ideas related to the selected theme in a variety of media and techniques. Produce a finished outcome which expresses a personal response.

Art & Design Studies:Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of the visual arts. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of design.

ASSESSMENT

Design Activity Unit Folio Internally assessed then sent to

Expressive Activity Unit Folio SQA for External Assessment

Art & Design Studies Unit Folio  Internal Assessment

Practical Assignment  3 hours work externally invigilated and assessed

Art & Design Studies Examination  1 hour externally invigilated and assessed.

Higher

Entry requirements: Good standard grade pass / Negotiation with the principle teacher

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COURSE CONTENT:
Design Activity Unit
Expressive Activity Unit
Art & Design Studies Unit

METHODOLOGY

Design Activity: Identify a design brief of personal interest and investigate sources which might contribute to its solution. Explore a range of possible solutions to the brief. Present an appropriate solution. Review the design process and evaluate the solution in relation to the brief.

Expressive Activity: Investigate and record visually a theme of personal interest. Develop ideas related to the selected theme in a variety of media and techniques. Produce a finished outcome which expresses a personal response.

Art & Design Studies: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of the visual arts. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a selected area of design.

ASSESSMENT

Design Activity Unit Folio Internally assessed then sent to

Expressive Activity Unit Folio SQA for External Assessment

Art & Design Studies Unit FolioInternal Assessment

Practical Assignment 3 hours work externally invigilated and assessed

Art & Design Studies Examination 2 hours externally invigilated and assessed

Advanced Higher

Entry requirements: Pass at higher, commitment and a personal idea to develop work from.

COURSE CONTENT:

The course comprises options from the following choice of activities:

Expressive Activity
+ Design Activity or Art & Design Studies: The Visual Arts
Design Activity
+ Expressive Activity or Art & Design Studies: Design

The following option is also available. Interested students should ask Art & Design staff for further details.

Research & Appreciation
  + Visual Presentation

METHODOLOGY

Students should be sufficiently motivated and experienced in Art & Design activities to pursue, fairly independently, an enquiry or programme of study based on their own chosen theme, topic or range of subject matter. They are expected to explore and develop this theme or subject matter into expressive and/or design outcomes using a wide range of media and approaches.

Students must consult with Art & Design staff on a regular basis.

ASSESSMENT

There is no set examination at the end of the year but progress will be reviewed regularly. A portfolio of artwork produced throughout the year and a written statement of intent will be submitted to the SQA in June for final assessment.

The Advanced Higher course provides a portfolio of work required for further education Art & Design courses.