Year 10 ARTS
ART A
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students explore media in the areas of drawing, painting, printmaking and digital technology. They will investigate themes drawn from observation, cultures and personal knowledge, while working in the style of an artist. Students will document work showing planning, problem solving and media experimentation, analyse and investigate visual strategies used by an artist related to the topic explored, while developing Visual Art terminology.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students will be required to pay for the canvas they use in their final painting. There may be an excursion to an exhibition.
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students explore media in the areas of drawing, painting, printmaking and digital technology. They will investigate themes drawn from observation, cultures and personal knowledge, while working in the style of an artist. Students will document work showing planning, problem solving and media experimentation, analyse and investigate visual strategies used by an artist related to the topic explored, while developing Visual Art terminology.
Content
- Drawing
- Printmaking and Digital Art
- Painting
- Folio (research, written annotation analysis, idea development, exploration)
- Visual Study
Assessment Components
- 80% Practical
- 20% Theory
Additional Information
Students will be required to pay for the canvas they use in their final painting. There may be an excursion to an exhibition.
ART B
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will explore media in the areas of drawing, sculpture, clay, wire and paint rendering. Themes are drawn from observation, cultures and personal experience, while working in the style of an artist. Students will document work showing planning, problem solving and media experimentation, analyse and explore visual strategies used by an artist related to the topic explored, while developing Visual Art terminology.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will explore media in the areas of drawing, sculpture, clay, wire and paint rendering. Themes are drawn from observation, cultures and personal experience, while working in the style of an artist. Students will document work showing planning, problem solving and media experimentation, analyse and explore visual strategies used by an artist related to the topic explored, while developing Visual Art terminology.
Content
- Drawing
- Ceramics
- Cardboard Construction
- Folio (research, written annotation analysis, idea development, exploration)
- Wire
- Visual Study
Assessment Components
- 80% Practical
- 20% Theory
DESIGN A
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will be introduced to the design process and be guided in creating works of design that are for an intended purpose and audience. Students will build on existing skills, knowledge and terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the work of others. Topics covered relate to Graphic and Product Design. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Students will work with the design process and be guided in creating works of design that are for an intended purpose. Students will build on existing skills, knowledge and terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the work of others. Areas if Design studied are Graphic and Product Design. Possible topics covered are logo design & clothing design. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will be introduced to the design process and be guided in creating works of design that are for an intended purpose and audience. Students will build on existing skills, knowledge and terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the work of others. Topics covered relate to Graphic and Product Design. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Students will work with the design process and be guided in creating works of design that are for an intended purpose. Students will build on existing skills, knowledge and terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the work of others. Areas if Design studied are Graphic and Product Design. Possible topics covered are logo design & clothing design. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Content
- Drawing - Illustration techniques
- Digital Technology - Photoshop and Illustrator
- Analysis and Response
- Design Process - Logo Design
- Idea Development
Assessment Components
- 80% Practical
- 20% Theory
DESIGN B
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will be introduced to the design process and create works of design that are for an intended purpose and audience. Students will develop skills, knowledge and the use of design terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the works of others. Topics covered relate to Graphic - Drink Packaging and Environmental Design - Tiny House. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
Students will be introduced to the design process and create works of design that are for an intended purpose and audience. Students will develop skills, knowledge and the use of design terminology whilst working as designers and analysing the works of others. Topics covered relate to Graphic - Drink Packaging and Environmental Design - Tiny House. Students will be taught problem solving skills, work with traditional materials and relevant design software programs, in order to present their findings.
Content
- Drawing - sketching and planning
- Digital Technology - presentation techniques
- Analysis and Response
- Design Process
- Idea Development
Assessment Components
- 80% Practical
- 20% Theory
DRAMA A
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Although not essential, it is expected that a semester of 9 Drama has been studied. It can be chosen by students who have no or limited drama experience.
Course Description
This course develops skills in performance and writing through group devised and scripted plays with a focus on comedy. It provides opportunities to work in teams to present performances to invited audiences, and to experiment and create whilst mastering skills
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Although not essential, it is expected that a semester of 9 Drama has been studied. It can be chosen by students who have no or limited drama experience.
Course Description
This course develops skills in performance and writing through group devised and scripted plays with a focus on comedy. It provides opportunities to work in teams to present performances to invited audiences, and to experiment and create whilst mastering skills
Content
- Study of Commedia d’ell Arte and Slap-stick
- Group Performance
- Reflection on Performance/s
- Personal Project
- Viewing Live Theatre Performance
Assessment Components
- Visual Comedy Performance
- Personal Project
- Theatre Review
- Role in Class Production
- Production Report
DRAMA B
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
There is no assumed knowledge for this course although experience in previous years is recommended. Students need to be able to work collaboratively and to enjoy entertaining others.
Course Description
Students will have opportunities to develop existing and new performance skills and reflect upon their learning.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students will attend a live theatre experience.
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
There is no assumed knowledge for this course although experience in previous years is recommended. Students need to be able to work collaboratively and to enjoy entertaining others.
Course Description
Students will have opportunities to develop existing and new performance skills and reflect upon their learning.
Content
- Group Productions and Performances
- Scripted Play Study
- Peer and Self-Reflection
- Live Theatre Performance Viewing
Assessment Components
- Performances
- Production Report
- Theatre Reviews
Additional Information
Students will attend a live theatre experience.
MEDIA STUDIES
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Completion of a Year 9 Media course would be helpful, but not necessary.
Course Description
During this course film analysis, digital film making including green screening, creating computer generated characters, animation and audio recording are some of the topics covered. Students will explore how to create a story in film, develop skills in digital editing and how to work in a group. All media produced may be shown to a school audience. Students present responses that show an understanding of Media terminology. Digital editing knowledge is not assumed. Students are assessed on the quality and creativity of work produced, including the planning and documenting of process as well as finished product.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Completion of a Year 9 Media course would be helpful, but not necessary.
Course Description
During this course film analysis, digital film making including green screening, creating computer generated characters, animation and audio recording are some of the topics covered. Students will explore how to create a story in film, develop skills in digital editing and how to work in a group. All media produced may be shown to a school audience. Students present responses that show an understanding of Media terminology. Digital editing knowledge is not assumed. Students are assessed on the quality and creativity of work produced, including the planning and documenting of process as well as finished product.
Content
- Film Making
- Animation (Computer Generated, Hand Drawn and Stop Motion)
- What is the Mass Media?
- Film Study
Assessment Components
- A short live action film
- A short animated film
- Individual Design Task (Design)
- Film study responses and Producer’s statements
MUSIC A
SEMESTER OR FULL YEAR COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students will have completed 1 to 2 years of classroom Music or students will have had instrumental or Vocal lessons for at least 2 years. Knowledge of Grade 2 theory is assumed.
Course Description
Students focus on honing performance skills and refining instrumental skills. They will develop a strong attention to detail with solo and ensemble performance skills. The study of a hugely diverse range of repertoire enables students to further develop their appreciation and understanding of music of all genres. Exploring improvisation and composition will be a prime focus and study of jazz harmony begins.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
All Students must attend a weekly instrumental or vocal lesson either through DfE or a private teacher and need to be involved in one of the extra–curricular lunchtime ensembles.
SEMESTER OR FULL YEAR COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students will have completed 1 to 2 years of classroom Music or students will have had instrumental or Vocal lessons for at least 2 years. Knowledge of Grade 2 theory is assumed.
Course Description
Students focus on honing performance skills and refining instrumental skills. They will develop a strong attention to detail with solo and ensemble performance skills. The study of a hugely diverse range of repertoire enables students to further develop their appreciation and understanding of music of all genres. Exploring improvisation and composition will be a prime focus and study of jazz harmony begins.
Content
- Class Ensemble
- Solo Practice
- Composition/ Arranging
- Research Topic
Assessment Components
- Solo Performance
- Ensemble Performance
- Theory Tests
- Research
- Composition / Arrangement
- Solo Performance Reflection
Additional Information
All Students must attend a weekly instrumental or vocal lesson either through DfE or a private teacher and need to be involved in one of the extra–curricular lunchtime ensembles.
MUSIC B
SEMESTER OR FULL YEAR COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students will have completed 1 to 2 years of classroom Music or students will have had instrumental or Vocal lessons for at least 2 years. Knowledge of Grade 2 theory is assumed.
Course Description
Students focus on honing performance skills and refining instrumental skills. They will develop a strong attention to detail with solo and ensemble performance skills. The study of a hugely diverse range of repertoire enables students to further develop their appreciation and understanding of music of all genres. Exploring improvisation and composition will be a prime focus and study of jazz harmony begins.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
All Students must attend a weekly instrumental or vocal lesson either through DfE or a private teacher and need to be involved in one of the extra–curricular lunchtime ensembles.
SEMESTER OR FULL YEAR COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students will have completed 1 to 2 years of classroom Music or students will have had instrumental or Vocal lessons for at least 2 years. Knowledge of Grade 2 theory is assumed.
Course Description
Students focus on honing performance skills and refining instrumental skills. They will develop a strong attention to detail with solo and ensemble performance skills. The study of a hugely diverse range of repertoire enables students to further develop their appreciation and understanding of music of all genres. Exploring improvisation and composition will be a prime focus and study of jazz harmony begins.
Content
- Class Ensemble
- Solo Practice
- Composition/ Arranging
- Research Topic
Assessment Components
- Solo Performance
- Ensemble Performance
- Theory Tests
- Research
- Composition / Arrangement
- Solo Performance Reflection
Additional Information
All Students must attend a weekly instrumental or vocal lesson either through DfE or a private teacher and need to be involved in one of the extra–curricular lunchtime ensembles.