The Art History course covers many topics but there is lots of choice on the paper, so hone in on the sections that you enjoy or are good at. The remaining marks are given based on a practical coursework exam in May, which includes life sketching, still life or abstract composition and design or craftwork.
Art History Course Content
- Appreciation - Architecture and Renovation
- Appreciation - Fashion/Clothing & Jewellery Design
- Appreciation - Film Studies
- Appreciation - Gallery Visit
- Appreciation - Graphic Design
- Appreciation - Product Design
- Appreciation - Public/Street art
- Early Christian Ireland - Manuscripts
- Early Christian Ireland - Metalwork
- Early Christian Ireland - Stonework
- Europe - Gothic & Romanesque Architecture
- Europe - Impressionist
- Europe - Medieval
- Europe - Post Impressionism
- Europe - Renaissance
- Europe - Romantic Period
- Europe - Surrealism/Cubism
- Generic Qs - Categories
- Generic Qs - Movements
- Ireland - Georgian Architecture and Arts
- Ireland - Modern Artists and Designers
- Ireland - Romantic Period
- Pre Christian - Bronze Age
- Pre Christian - Iron Age
- Pre-Christian - Burial and monastic sites
How is Art Assessed?
The Art assessment is made up of three components; the written exam (30%), the practical exam (20%), and the practical coursework (50%)
The Exam
The written exam for art is two and a half hours long, and tests your ability to critically and creatively analyse artwork.