Level 2 Art Design
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs H. Harrington.
Level 2 Art Design
Students learn how to think creatively and solve design issues as they go through various design briefs. Students will use a variety of drawing techniques to clearly develop and communicate their ideas. Students choose the topic and nature of their designs, then produce a series of briefs relevant to their topic, eg, corporate identity, logo, cd covers, posters, comic strip, gaming design etc.
Ideal for students wanting a career in product design, architecture, graphic design, animation, concept art, landscape design, spatial design, etc.
Entry Criteria
To gain entry into Level 2 Art Design the successful completion of a Level 1 course in Art is beneficial.
It is recommended that you have prior experience with digital technologies and are computer proficient, as work produced in this course is done through using Adobe Photoshop.
Students must also meet the requirements to study a Level 2 NCEA Award.
Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for NCEA Course Endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Disclaimer
Course selection does not guarantee a course will be available or that you have approval to take a course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results and in rare cases, staff availability.