NCEA Level 3 Visual Art - Painting
Although this years timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place next year.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Angell-Donaldson.
Visual Art - Painting
Prerequisite: 16 credits Level 2 Art or at the discretion of HOD.
Students will research art-making traditions, and in-depth sequences of drawings that investigate, generate and use ideas for original paintings. They will produce a body of work within Painting to demonstrate understanding of art-making conventions. The work at this level is demanding and art shows extensive knowledge and skill. Digital-art techniques are becoming more prevalent within this subject. Therefore, students are encouraged to experiment and work within their area of interest and strength.
Students will learn some skills necessary to find employment in the field of commercial art, or to gain entry into recognised schools of Art.
Students may the opportunity to exhibit their work at the BC Senior Art Exhibition at The Incubator Gallery.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Materials $75-$100 (approx.); Possible gallery/art trip $50 – 150 range
Printing costs will incur if students decide to integrate photographic media, and photomontage techniques in their work.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.