Creative Design
In The Creative Design Department there is a range of A levels available to develop your creativity, visual expression and communication skills using a variety of technologies, materials and techniques. We encourage and give you the opportunities to embrace the contemporary visual world, its practices and technological advancements to ensure you leave with the skills necessary for further study or work.
A LEVELS AVAILABLE
- Fine Art
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Product Design
- Textile Design
We support you throughout your A Level but also encourage you to become independent, mature individuals able to be initiative and use your imagination. The emphasis is on developing your creativity and creative thinking ‘out of the box’ and allows you opportunities for selfexpression and enjoyment. You will be given the opportunity to study a wide range of processes, designers and artists taking you to technology events, exhibitions, museums and galleries as often as possible.
Art & Design and Technology based A Levels are highly sort after by Universities and employers in non-Art/Design subjects as well as in the Creative Industries due to the skill set that these subjects equip you with. Many of our A Level students have gone on to study Science, Economics, History, Physiotherapy and many more. For anyone interested in the Design world—whether this be Fashion, Animation, Product Design or any of the creative industries - an A Level in Art, Design and Technology based subjects is essential.
In year 12 and 13 we endeavor to take you on a trip to a Technology event, exhibition and galleries to engage with Art and innovative Design first hand. For all of these courses if you have not studied an Art & Design, Photography or Design Technology subject at GCSE we would ask to see some of your own work that will demonstrate a passion and/or enthusiasm for the subject.
Post 16 destinations have included:
| Post 16 destinations have included | |
|---|---|
| Chelsea School of Art | Wimbledon School of Art |
| Brighton: Product Design/Graphic Design | Edinburgh University: Fine Art / Architecture |
| St Martins School of Art | Sheffield University: Architecture/Law/Sociology |
