Graphic Communication A Level (AQA)

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Entry Requirements - Minimum 4 grades in English and Maths with specific criteria depending on subject choice

How to Apply -

External applicants - Please apply via Kent choices on the T6 - Turner Sixth Form Page - which can be found here

Internal applicants - if you are already a pupil within the Turner Schools Trust you will be able to access our application form on our website.

Please ensure you add three courses in total to your application. (You are only able to choose one subject from each block). Please remember Sport Academy's are an added extra to your three chosen subjects.

Need help? Please see your school’s careers advisor if you are unsure how to apply. If you are unable to do so, please contact the Folkestone Academy for further advice on 01303 842400 or email pippa.ohanlon@turnerschools.com

This course will introduce you to a variety of experiences that explore a range of digital Art skills, processes and techniques.

You will explore the use of Digital methods to compliment traditional art techniques to create responses to a brief. You will use both an E sketchbook and physical Sketchbook to Experiment and develop ideas towards professional standard final outcomes. You will explore relevant Artists, techniques and resources relating to all areas of Digital art finally focussing on one or more area(s) of A level Graphic communication, such as illustration, advertising, packaging design, communication graphics, branding and concept design for film and television.

This course comprises two units, both of which are mandatory and both of which are assessed internally and moderated externally.

Internally assessed and externally moderated (60%)

Nonexam assessment over 15 hours, internally assessed and externally moderated (40%)

GCSE at Grade 5+ or BTEC/NCFE at Merit+ in an artistic discipline, as well as Grade 5 in GCSE English. Candidates without a Level 2 qualification in an artistic discipline will be considered through interview.

This course supports progression to further and higher education in Art and Design and related subjects, as well as providing all students with a platform to inspire a lifelong interest in, and enjoyment of, Art and Design.