Art and Design (A-level)

Samuel Ward Sixth Form

Chalkstone Way, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 0LD

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Samuel Ward Sixth Form

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Application Instructions

While we have passed our January application deadline, we do invite late/further applications or expressions of interest (contact us using - sixthform@samuelward.co.uk).

Course Summary

Our lives and world are rich in complex visual imagery. Studying A-Level Art and Design will give you the knowledge and skills to read and interpret visual language from a range of contexts and cultures, both contemporary and historical. Many of the skills you will learn as an artist are transferable; creative decision making, self-discipline, reflection and collaboration are all extremely useful across a range of careers.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN:

▶ Media and materials?

▶ Fine art and print making?

▶ Graphics and illustration?

▶ Artists and museums?

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This course has two Non-examined assessment (NEA) components. One is set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA (60%) with the second set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA (40%).

Entry requirements

Students will need to meet the entry requirements of their chosen pathway:

Pathway 1: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (including English Language and Maths) for an A-level study programme

Pathway 2: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (aiming for a 5 in English Language and Maths) to study two A-level subjects and one Level 3 Diploma/AAQ

Pathway 3: Five or more GCSE grades 4-9 (resitting English Language or Maths if needed) to study one A-level and two Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs or three Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs

Additional entry requirements for this course:

Grade 5 in GCSE Art and Design

Your next steps...

Creative industries are thriving in the UK. Studying Art and Design at A-level is a perfect platform for continuing onto foundation and specialist degree courses. Many students go on to study and pursue careers in diverse fields such as fine art, illustration, animation, fashion, digital design, photography, graphics, illustration, textiles, interiors, architecture, theatre and film.

Additional information

https://samuelward.co.uk/sixth-form-art-and-design/

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