Students will work on art investigations in lessons based on themes initially selected by theteaching staff, beginning in a structured way but leading to personal interpretations anddirections. Weekly homework will be set.Students are encouraged to explore and investigate widely in the initial stages of the work,investigating a wide range of media, techniques, ideas and processes. Individual tutorials,workshops and self-assessment support the development of the work and as targets are setstudents should ensure that they are met by the date indicated.