The aims of the A-level AQA in Art and Design encourage students to develop:
intellectual, imaginative, creative and intuitive powers
investigative, analytical, experimental, practical, technical and expressive skills, aesthetic understanding and critical judgement
independence of mind in relation to developing their own ideas, refining their own intentions and personal outcomes
an interest in, enthusiasm for, and enjoyment of art, craft and design
experience of working with a broad range of media, including traditional and new media technologies an understanding of the interrelationships between art, craft and design processes and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate
experience of working within relevant and real frameworks and, where appropriate, make links to the creative industries
knowledge, understanding and application of art, craft, design and media and technologies in contemporary and past societies and cultures
an awareness of different roles, functions and audiences and consumers of art, craft and design practice.