History of Art : Critical & Contextual Studies (CCS)

A Level

CCS offers students the opportunity to study the development of art and design theory and history in its many changing forms. The emphasis of the course is on evaluating and interpreting works of art in their social and historical context. There is also a very strong practical element to the course. No prior knowledge of the subject or practical art experience is required. However, students who choose this subject must have a good level of English in all areas; listening, speaking, reading and above all writing.

The main disciplines are as follows:

• History of art and design
• Critical writing
• Critical and cultural analysis
• Research skills
• Critiques and discussion
• Bridging theory and practice