The CAPE® Art and Design syllabus is designed to cultivate students’ creative expression, critical thinking, and technical proficiency in visual communication. It integrates traditional and contemporary practices across two- and three-dimensional media, emphasizing cultural awareness, sustainability, and innovation. The syllabus encourages students to explore Caribbean heritage and global artistic movements while developing skills relevant to the creative industries and broader societal engagement.
This course is ideal for students who are passionate about visual arts and design and wish to pursue careers or further education in fields that require artistic creativity, design thinking, and cultural literacy.
Prerequisites
To undertake this syllabus, students should have:
- Successfully completed the CSEC® Visual Arts syllabus or an equivalent qualification.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate artistic concepts and critique effectively.
Organisation of the Syllabus
The syllabus is divided into two Units, each comprising three Modules:
Unit 1: Foundations of Art and Design
| Module | Title |
| 1 | Contextual Art Studies |
| 2 | Two-Dimensional Art and Design |
| 3 | Three-Dimensional Art and Design |
Unit 2: Applications of Art and Design
| Module | Title |
| 1 | Creative Practice |
| 2 | Visual Communications |
| 3 | Applied Arts |
Each Module requires approximately 50 hours of instruction, totalling 150 hours per Unit.
Possible Career Pathways
Studying Art and Design opens doors to a wide range of careers, including but not limited to:
- Graphic Design and Illustration
- Architecture and Interior Design
- Fashion and Textile Design
- Animation and Multimedia Production
- Photography and Videography
- Ceramics, Sculpture, and Craftsmanship
- Advertising and Marketing
- Museum and Gallery Curation
- Art Education and Research
- Entrepreneurship in the Creative Industries
Art and Design Unit 1
