Qualification:
A Level
Entry requirements:
Five GCSEs including Maths & English Language: a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade 4 and two GCSEs at Grade 5.
Additional entry requirements:
Grade 4 in Art and Design or related Design Technology subject.
What is it?
Learning how to combine imaginative, innovative graphic design ideas in response to briefs with industry standard Adobe software. This gives students the skills for high employability.
Why choose this subject at BSFC?
Studying Graphics A Level enables students to show their creativity, build a strong portfolio, develop industry-relevant skills, and offers practical project experience, preparing you for diverse career opportunities in the design field. Some of our former students have gone on to further study at prestigious universities such as Central Saint Martins.
What will I study?
Developing a portfolio using traditional graphic design techniques and industry software, along with negotiating an externally set brief project with help from your teachers.
How will I be assessed?
60% coursework; 40% exam projects.
How will this subject prepare me for the world of work?
Creatively working to briefs using media industry standard software provides students with the skills necessary for a broad range of design careers.
Exam Board:
AQA