GCSE 3D Design
Pupils create a portfolio of work which explores a variety of traditional and new technologies in 3D media, techniques and processes. Methods they will investigate include laser cutting, metal work, woodwork, modelling, 3D printing, surface treatment and assembling, as well as gaining industry skills in computer aided design and manufacture.
Why choose GCSE 3D Design?
GCSE 3D Design is a starting point for a variety of creative careers in architecture, product design, jewellery design, engineering, model making, ceramics, film, theatre and TV set design, interior design, 3D digital design, landscape and garden design. It provides a good foundation for further education courses in 3D design, Art and Design, Textiles and photography. It is a practical and creative subject, in which pupils are given the opportunity to develop their intellectual character by being encouraged to take risks in their designs, think independently, and develop their imagination and originality.
3D Design in the Sixth Form
A-level students develop their ability to critically analyse and explore a range of Art and Design themes. Consolidating skills already developed at GCSE, they develop personal responses to a range of starting points, investigating both critical and contextual forms through the use of a wide range of media and techniques. Students can choose a pathway to develop their own artistic ideas; choices include Fine Art, Textiles, 3D Design and Photography. Each pathway makes up a separate A-level, making it possible to study more than one area which will be equivalent to two or three A-level options.