A Level - Art (Graphic Communication )

Graphic Communication is an industry which is consistently growing with the advances of technology across the globe. Graphic design is important as it enhances how you communicate your ideas in an effective and beautiful way. Good quality graphic design can determine the success of a new company or product by attracting the attention of the desired audience. The visual element of a design is the most important as it informs the first impression of the audience which determines whether or not their attention will be held long enough to be effective.

While this course is specialist, it is still diverse in its attention to a vast array of areas within the sector, including advertising, packaging design, design for print, illustration, communication graphics, branding and design for film and television.

At the beginning of the course you will undertake a series of technique workshops which will provide a strong foundation of technical knowledge and understanding. This work will feed into your portfolio, in addition to informing ideas which can develop into your personal investigation.

You will then produce an extended body of work called a Personal Investigation, in which you will develop graphic design work in your choice of specialism, based on your choice of business.

This will be followed by the externally set assignment, in the form of a second extended project.

• Component One: Personal Investigation - 60% (NEA)
• Component Two: Externally Set Assignment - 40% (NEA)

Grade 6 or above in GCSE Art or Art Graphics. For students who do not have a GCSE in Art and Design, a Grade 7 in GCSE Design Technology.

General Sixth Form entry requirements

• At least a grade 5 in either English Language or English Literature
• At least a grade 5 in Mathematics
• At least 6 GCSE subjects of grades 9-5

If you wish to apply to join our Sixth Form please complete the application process through Kent Choices.