Art, Craft and Design allows students to work within a varied multi-media format. There is an emphasis on the ability to draw. Component 1: Coursework A major, in-depth, critical, practical and theoretical investigative project/portfolio and outcome/s based on themes and subject matter that have personal significance and an extended written element of 1000 words minimum. Component 2: Exam An Externally Set Assignment launched in February of Year 13 and completed in April. Students choose a stimulus from a set provided by Eduqas and prepare a portfolio following the same process as for their coursework (minus the written element). The exam takes place over a three-day period of 15 hours. During the exam students produce a final outcome in response to their investigations. The key elements of a successful coursework portfolio are evidence of ideas developed through informed investigations, supported by experimentations and refinements based on a range of materials and processes. Ideas, observations and insights are recorded in a journal and students then present a final outcome which demonstrates their skills, knowledge and intentions. Along with core practical and analytical skills, Art, Craft and Design enables students to develop in areas such as spacial awareness, an eye for detail, colour coordination and fine motor skills; all of which are key to many and varied careers. This course will appeal to students who are creative, imaginative and strong lateral thinkers.