Year 13

NCEA LEVEL:  3

University Entry Level

Curriculum Level:  7/8

Course Length: One Year

Total Credits:  24 (Achievement Standards)

Special Costs:

$110 Painting - all materials provided throughout the year

Entry Requirements: It would be expected that the student would have completed Level 1 and Level 2 NCEA however every student has a right of entry to be negotiated with the teacher.

Students can do either a single art option or a double art. They are separate subjects requiring 4 hours of class time each per week.

Course Outline:

Three visual Art Achievement Standards are completed at Level 3. They provide a framework for a cohesive years study.

Assessment Outline:

♣Internal assessment with external moderation of  Standards 3.1 and 3.2.

♣External assessment of Standard 3.3 and scholarship.

NB: Scholarship is available when sitting 3.3 and requires a submission of a work book and portfolio. Entry decision is made mid year.

Out of Class Expectations and Commitments

Regular homework of 2 hours per week all year.  Considerable commitment of study time for photography.  Class time and out of class time computer use – location photography.

Where Does It Lead?

The course leads directly to Art Schools, Design Schools and Polytechnics. It also leads into any area of human endeavour where imagination and individuality are sought after qualities.

For Further Information See:

Mr Finch