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DP Programme Group - 6

Group 6: The Arts

The study of a subject from group 6 is optional. You may instead choose another subject from group 2- 4.

The emphasis of the subjects in group 6 is on creativity in the context of disciplined, practical research into the relevant genres.

 

Visual Art HL/SL

 

As always we find higher and standard level. Both these courses comprise two parts:

Studio work - drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, photography etc Research workbook - visual and written research, critical analysis, exploration of cultural and historical themes

 

Standard level (150 hours)

Option A 60% studio 40% workbook

Option B 40% studio 60% workbook

 

Higher level (240 hours)

Option A 60% studio 40% workbook

Option B 40% studio 60% workbook

 

SYLLABUS OUTLINE

 

Studio work

Students following both Option A and Option B will be introduced to art concepts and techniques through practical work in the studio. At both HL and SL, opportunities for students to experience a structured and progressive approach

to the exploration of materials and equipment including drawing, 3D work in clay & other materials, printmaking, painting and the use of digital media.

 

Investigation workbooks

All students will produce investigation workbooks which are integral to studio practice and should reflect the student's critical visual and written investigation undertaken. The relative importance of the investigation workbooks depends on whether the student has chosen option A or option B. They should reflect the student's interests and include wide-ranging first-hand investigations into issues and ideas related to visual arts.