The Art, Craft and Design A Level course encompasses a multidisciplinary exploration of processes across the department such as drawing, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, digital art, photography and more.
Queen Mary’s College have access to a wealth of industry standard equipment and resources and benefit from excellent relationships with universities, artists and designers who support our students progressing into successful careers within the arts.
The creative arts are at the forefront of British economic growth. The understanding engendered through studying art, design and photography at QMC equips young people with visual literacy which enriches their lives and their cognition, whilst the skills they learn prepare them for higher level study or employment.
Art, Craft and Design develops drawing, printmaking, mixed media and design skills and is good for entry onto any creative or Art & Design based degree course. Typical career options include architecture, fine art, illustration, textile design, interiors, fashion design, fashion promotion and three-dimensional design, including jewellery, costume and theatre.
Students have gone on to study degrees at institutions including Central St Martins, Royal College of Art, London College of Fashion, Royal School of Needlework, UCA (Farnham, Epsom), UAL (Kingston, Camberwell), Manchester Metropolitan, Bournemouth, Falmouth, Brighton, Winchester and UWE (Bristol).
You will be given the opportunity to go on trips to galleries and locations to enhance your experience by looking at the work of others and engaging in practical activities away from the classroom. We believe that these experiences are vital to your development as an artist and would urge you to take these opportunities whenever you can.
One of the key experiences we offer is our annual trip to Venice at the start of the second year. The students who come with us get an amazing experience and come back having developed their practice and understanding and with a body of work which really pushes them forward as photographers and artists. As well as the work you produce for your A level, you will be given opportunities to enter local and national competitions and engage in projects outside of your normal studies. We regularly have talks from universities, artists and companies to give you a broader understanding of future options and if you decide to pursue Art past A level, we will work with you to put together your portfolio and prepare for interviews.
We also offer a wide range of enrichments within the art department, to help develop your skills and give you a broader experience which will benefit your future ambitions, such as:
View full list of enrichment opportunities here.
