Art, Design and Media January update

In our face-to-face sessions teachers will have the opportunity to mark actual Component 1 and Component 2 portfolios across a range of titles and levels from the most recent exam series, with senior members of the examining team guiding them through assessment decisions. 

GCSE events will take place in London, Birmingham and York, whilst A level events will take place in London and York. 

Check out our upcoming live virtual training and network events, now available in AM and PM sessions to cater to different time zones.

These are some resources that have been recently added to the qualification course materials pages to support you with planning, delivery and assessment.

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Pearson Edexcel A level Art and Design: Coursework marking training - Module 4: Live Q&A session November 2023 113.6 MB zip /content/dam/pdf/A Level/Art and Design/2015/teaching-and-learning-materials/a-level-art-and-design-module-4-november-2023.zip false Pearson Edexcel (9-1) GCSE in Art and Design: Coursework Marking Training - Module 4: Live Q&A session November 2023 13.8 MB zip /content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Art and Design/2016/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-art-and-design-module-4-november-2023.zip false Component 2 scheme of work Provides suggested resources and activities. 349.7 KB pdf /content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Art and Design/2016/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-art-and-design-component-2-sow-updated.pdf false

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GCSE Art and Design Course Materials

A Level Art and Design Course Materials

The Component 2 Externally Set Assignment (ESA) papers are available to download from the qualification Course Materials page under the ‘June 2024’ drop-down menu within the Exam Materials category.

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The Component 2 ESA is secure material, and you will need an Edexcel Online login (EOL) to access this. EOL accounts are managed by the centre Exams Officer / EOL Administrator. If, as a teacher, you need an EOL login please talk to your Exams Officer who will be able to get you set up. 

Please note that as an additional step for securing customer and learner data we have now introduced our new app-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users of Edexcel Online, replacing the email-based MFA. The app is now mandatory to access Edexcel Online via the Pearson Portal. If you've not done so already, you'll need to download the Pearson authenticator app to a smart device (such as a smart phone) to continue to access Edexcel online via the Pearson Portal.

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View Edexcel Online troubleshooting guidance

Check out our new Exemplar Libraries, a gallery view of our student exemplars organised by performance level and component. Designed with teachers and access in mind, it is a great way to assess and standardise internally.

This library will continue to be updated and improved with a range of titles and performance levels so watch this space!

Check out our upcoming live virtual training and network events, now available in AM and PM sessions to cater to different time zones.

These are some resources that have been recently added to the qualification course materials pages to support you with planning, delivery and assessment.

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Animation Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces animation software and explains how this media can be incorporated into a student portfolio. 89.0 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-animation-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false Digital Drawing Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces digital drawing software and explains how this media can be incorporated into a student portfolio. 155.0 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-digital-drawing-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false Digital Typography Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces digital typography software and explains how this media can be incorporated into a student portfolio. 118.6 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-digital-typography-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false

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Photopea Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces Photopea, a free online photo editor, and explains how the software can be used by students across a range of endorsed titles. 192.4 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-photopea-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false Pixlr Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces the free online software Pixlr and explains how the software can be used by students to create digital textiles. 75.8 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/gcse-pixlr-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false SketchUp Video Tutorial This short video tutorial introduces the free online software SketchUp and explains how the software can be used by students across a range of endorsed titles. 129.4 MB mp4 /content/dam/pdf/International GCSE/Art and Design/2017/teaching-and-learning-materials/sketchup-tutorial-vinternational-bic.mp4 false

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International GCSE Art and Design Course Materials

The Component 2 Externally Set Assignment (ESA) papers are available to download from the qualification Course Materials page under the ‘June 2024’ drop-down menu within the Exam Materials category.

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The Component 2 ESA is secure material, and you will need an Edexcel Online login (EOL) to access this. EOL accounts are managed by the centre Exams Officer / EOL Administrator. If, as a teacher, you need an EOL login please talk to your Exams Officer who will be able to get you set up. 

Please note that as an additional step for securing customer and learner data we have now introduced our new app-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users of Edexcel Online, replacing the email-based MFA. The app is now mandatory to access Edexcel Online via the Pearson Portal. If you've not done so already, you'll need to download the Pearson authenticator app to a smart device (such as a smart phone) to continue to access Edexcel online via the Pearson Portal.

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Check out our new Exemplar Library, a gallery view of our student exemplars organised by performance band and component. Designed with teachers and access in mind, it is a great way to gauge performance and standardise within your centre.

This library will continue to be updated and improved with a range of titles, performance bands, and submission methods so watch this space!

There are a wide range of support materials available on the BTEC course materials pages that can help guide you through planning, delivery and assessment.

Select the qualification below to navigate to the course materials page. If your course is not listed, you can access the course materials at the top of the qualification page.

Our free assignment checking service for BTEC centres helps you to make sure that your assignments allow learners to demonstrate appropriate evidence in the required criteria.

The Pearson Set Assignments (PSAs) for internally assessed components are available to download from the qualification Course Materials page under the ‘June 2024’ drop-down menu within the Internal Assessments (PSAs) category.

Download the Art and Design Practice PSAs

Download the Creative Media Production PSAs

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The PSAs are secure materials, and you will need an Edexcel Online login (EOL) to access this. EOL accounts are managed by the centre Exams Officer / EOL Administrator. If, as a teacher, you need an EOL login please talk to your Exams Officer who will be able to get you set up. 

Please note that as an additional step for securing customer and learner data we have now introduced our new app-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users of Edexcel Online, replacing the email-based MFA. The app is now mandatory to access Edexcel Online via the Pearson Portal. If you've not done so already, you'll need to download the Pearson authenticator app to a smart device (such as a smart phone) to continue to access Edexcel online via the Pearson Portal.

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The live externally set tasks for externally assessed components are available to download from the BTEC Tech Awards Secure Tests page.

Please note, these are gold padlocked materials and can only be accessed by Exams Officers. 

After the live assessment period is completed Pearson will move the externally set tasks to the support pages so that they are readily available for teachers to access. If you are not currently set up to use Edexcel Online, then you need to check with the Edexcel Online Administrator at your centre. If you require any assistance, please contact us.

Check out the links below for helpful resources and support with delivering the Tech Awards.

We are currently in the process of redeveloping our BTEC National Art, Design and Media qualifications. We regularly revisit our qualifications over a number of years, to ensure that they are up to date and meet the needs of learners in the current context of the subject.

For now, you are able to continue to deliver the BTEC Level 3 National Art, Design and Media qualifications as normal and you can find more information in the links below as well as sign up for our upcoming briefing events.

Externally assessed unit dates have been published in the 2023-2024 exam timetables.

The live externally set tasks for externally assessed components are available to download from the BTEC Nationals Secure Tests page.

Please note, these are gold padlocked materials and can only be accessed by Exams Officers. 

After the live assessment period is completed Pearson will move the externally set tasks to the support pages so that they are readily available for teachers to access. If you are not currently set up to use Edexcel Online, then you need to check with the Edexcel Online Administrator at your centre. If you require any assistance, please contact us.

Check out our upcoming live virtual training for International BTEC qualifications.

The Pearson Set Assignments (PSAs) for internally assessed components are available to download from the qualification Course Materials page under the ‘Pearson Set Assignment’ drop-down menu within the Internal Assessments category.

The PSAs are valid for one year after the date published. You may use whichever PSA you prefer and the additional PSA is intended as a backup for any retakes required.

Download the International BTEC Level 2 Art and Design PSAs

Download the International BTEC Level 3 Art and Design PSAs

Download the International BTEC Level 2 Creative Media PSAs

Download the International BTEC Level 3 Creative Media PSAs

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Check out our upcoming live virtual training for the BTEC Higher Nationals Creative Media and Art and Design suite.

We have launched our new BTEC Higher Nationals qualifications for Art, Design and Media in September 2023 alongside our existing qualifications. Our aim is to give you more flexibility and scope when designing your curriculum so we hope you enjoy our new titles.

Resources for these qualifications can be accessed through HN Global.

Check out the latest updates on T Levels and sign up for future T Level updates.

These are some resources on the qualification course materials pages to support you with planning and delivery.

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A Level History of Art Course Materials

Check our our support videos to help you with delivering various aspects of the specification.

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We will be publishing our provisional timetables for Summer 2025 on Monday 22 January as agreed by JCQ and all other awarding bodies. They can be found on our Provisional timetables web page.

The consultation window will run from Monday 22 January to Friday 23 February. Please send any feedback you may have to Timetables@Pearson.com