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 Assessment (first exams 2027)
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Assessment (first exams 2027)

This page has color-coded rubrics for each of the assessed tasks. Scroll down to find the rubric you need. As the syllabus endeavors to make a clear distinction between SL & HL tasks, you'll also notice...

20 October 2026
eSubmission 2027
New Course (First Exams 2027)
eSubmission 2027 Free

Knowing the eSubmission requirements and upload deadlines will help you to plan your course and prepare students effectively for the end of Year Two. All materials for Visual Arts are submitted through...

20 October 2026
SL: Structuring the Rationale
New Course (First Exams 2027)
SL: Structuring the Rationale Free

The SL Rationale supports the submission of 5 Resolved Artworks. It is a chance to highlight what makes your body of artworks special (technically, stylistically, conceptually) and the connections among...

20 October 2026
Extended Essay in Visual Arts
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Extended Essay in Visual Arts

Excellent choice! There are many fascinating areas of research to focus on within the visual arts. Choosing a visual arts -appropriate question that is exciting to you is key to success.  IS IT VISUAL?...

18 October 2026
Art and Meaning
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Art and Meaning

This TOK section looks at how we assign meaning to art and considers the question, what is art? Conversely, if something is meaningless, can it still be art? This topic is largely open to discussion as...

18 October 2026
Teaching Situating in Context
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Teaching Situating in Context

Situate is a key concept in the new visual arts curriculum that you will hear mentioned throughout. The students are expected to be able to situate or place an artwork in relation to its context. Situating...

18 October 2026
Inspiration from Artists
Outgoing Course (Last Exams 2026)
Inspiration from Artists

Get Inspired by looking Going to exhibitions in person, or even checking in virtually with what's out there is one of the best ways to get ideas for your artwork. When you encounter an artwork that you...

17 October 2026
Research & Evidence (AP, CS)
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Research & Evidence (AP, CS)

In the Artist Project (HL) and Connections Study (SL), you will be asked to research and connect artists and artworks and to provide evidence that's relevant and meaningful to the task. We'll break down...

17 October 2026
HL: Structuring the Rationale
New Course (First Exams 2027)
HL: Structuring the Rationale

The HL Rationale supports the Selected Resolved Artworks as a justification for the choice of 5 resolved artworks from a body of 8 work. In this writing, you will discuss your intentions, sharing how...

17 October 2026
Licca, Selected Resolved Artworks, HL
New Course (First Exams 2027)
Licca, Selected Resolved Artworks, HL

This mock sample of HL Selected Resolved Artworks explores the consequences of conflicts on individuals and communities, based on work by the student Licca. Here you will find an overview of the presentation...

13 October 2026
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