Graphic Communication A Level

Course Code
Graphic Communication A Level
Course Type
Course Duration
2 years
Location
Cadbury College
Start Date
1 September, 2025
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Graphic Communication A Level explores digital imaging, typography, illustration and photography as well as industry standard printing techniques and processes. You will build your creativity and conceptual thinking skills using a wide range of materials, techniques and processes. There is also a small focus on drawing and painting from observation using traditional techniques.

Graphics students develop visual research skills and explore the design idea process. They have opportunities to work on live projects and to visit galleries and exhibitions.

Students have the opportunities to work on live projects such as editing photographs for the college website. They also have the chance to visit a few art galleries and exhibitions throughout the year.

To study an A Level students are required to achieve a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths & English, with at least two at a grade 6. For Graphics, you will also need to achieve a minimum of a grade 5 at GCSE Art or Design Technology.

At Cadbury College, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our diverse and inclusive enrichment programme offers a wide range of activities designed to help you explore your interests, build confidence, and develop valuable skills for university and the workplace.

From creative and academic clubs to sports, volunteering, and leadership opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include:

  • High Achievers Programme – Support for high-achieving students applying to top universities.

  • Envision – A chance to develop employability skills by tackling real-life social issues.

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award – Take on the challenge of the prestigious Silver or Gold Award.

  • Medicine Society – Specialist guidance for aspiring medical students, in partnership with local universities.

  • Five-a-Side Football or Basketball – Join Cadbury’s own league and enjoy competitive, inclusive football or basketball with friends.

  • Bar Mock Trial – Step into the courtroom and compete nationally in this programme for future legal professionals.

Whatever your passion, enrichment at Cadbury College gives you the chance to grow, connect, and make the most of your time here.

Component 1 – Coursework:
1. An in-depth critical, practical & theoretical investigative project and outcome/s based on themes and subject matter that have personal significance.
2. An extended written essay of 1000 words, which may contain images and texts and must clearly relate to practical and theoretical work.

Component 2 – Examination:

This externally set assignment component incorporates two major elements: preparatory studies and the practical 15-hour exam. The externally set assignment consists of a series of visual and written stimuli which is selected by the learner and used as a starting point to which students should respond in a very personal way. The practical exam consists of a 15-hour period of sustained focus work where students will create final pieces as a development of their preparatory work.

This course enables you to progress to a number of university degree courses including Web Design, Interior Design, Visual Communications and Photography. It also leads you to a number of careers including Animator, Web Designer, Games Designer, Typographer, Packaging Designer, Furniture Design, Editorial Design, Exhibition Design, Illustrator and Advertising.

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