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It explains typical weekly workload, including 1 hour of after-school intervention, and describes how photography can be used. The guide details preparation for an externally set 2-day exam, coursework weighting, assessment objectives, and the four-part breakdown of projects across Year 10 and Year 11.","OPTIONS 2026-Art & Design  \nArt & Design  \nGCSE Fine Art 8202  \nFurther questions: [hgrange@stahigh.org](hgrange@stahigh.org)  \nFrequently asked questions about Art & Design  \n• How much work will I have to do outside of lessons?  \nUsually about 1 – 3 hours a week (remember there is no revising in art) . There is a one hour intervention every week after school which starts after Xmas) .  \n• Can you do photography within the art GCSE?  \nYes lots. We have strong links with the Photographers Gallery too and you can do an extra course with them in Year 12. Our students who did this have loved it!  \n• How does a 10 hour 2 day exam work?  \nYou practice for your exam for about 3 months and by the time you get to your exam, you know exactly what you are doing. YOU create the theme, you become the expert.  \n• What jobs can a GCSE in art lead to?  \nLots! Art isn’t about becoming an artist, it’s about learning to be creative and independent.  \nHere are some facts you may not know about the Creative Industries  \nChoosing Art and Design:  \n● It’s an exciting and creative course, teacher led but open ended giving YOU the chance to express your ideas!!  \n● You will develop independence, visual communication skills and practical skills in a wide range of media  \n● Art is a skill for life!  \n● Our KS4 and 5 students absolutely  love their art lessons.  \nWhat do I need to know?  \n• To be successful in art you need to work at home each week and develop your art outside of lessons.  \n• There is a 1 hour intervention session after school each week, where you have the opportunity to develop your work further with additional support.  \nWhat skills will I need to be successful at GCSE?  \n• Independence is a must in art.  \n• You will need to be prepared to research and write about artists and your own art.  \n• You need to enjoy learning about and making art.  \nDrawing  \nDrawing is a part of the course.  \nThis does not mean you need to be the world’s best at drawing, you just need to use different types of drawing to record and develop your ideas.  \nHow is it assessed?  \nCoursework: 60%  \nExternally set exam: 40% .  \nFour ‘assessment objectives’  \nA01: Develop ideas through investigations, demonstrating critical understanding of sources.  \nA02: Refine work by exploring ideas, selecting and experimenting with appropriate media, materials, techniques and processes.  \nA03: Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions as work progresses.  \nA04: Present a personal and meaningful response that realizes intentions and demonstrates understanding of visual language.  \n| There are two components in Art GCSE: Component 1 Coursework 60%\u003Cbr>Component 2 Exam 40%\u003Cbr>Component 1 (Coursework-Portfolio) includes three projects: |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  | Project 1 – Movement | Autumn Year 10 |  |\n|  | Project 2 – Flora mini project | Spring Year 10 |  |\n|  | Project 3 – Themes Project (you choose your theme) | Summer Year 10 Autumn Year 11 |  |\n| Component 2 (Exam Project): |  |  |  |\n|  | Externally Set Assignment\u003Cbr>(3 months of exam preparation) | Spring Year 11 |  |\n|  | Exam outcome | 10 hour (two day) exam in May |  |\n|  |  |  |  |","cbCaivxsejcNLKmO","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivxsejcNLKmO","pdf",4963621,1,19,"English","en",105,"# Frequently asked questions about Art & Design\n## Work outside lessons\n## Photography within the GCSE\n## How the 10 hour 2 day exam works\n## Careers and creative industries\n# Choosing Art and Design: what to know\n## Skills needed for success\n# Course overview and drawing\n# Assessment and assessment objectives\n# Art GCSE components and project timeline\n## Component 1: Coursework portfolio (60%)\n## Component 2: Externally set exam (40%)","[{\"question\":\"How much work is required outside of lessons for GCSE Art \\u0026 Design 2026?\",\"answer\":\"Students usually complete about 1–3 hours of work each week at home, and there is no revising in art. 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