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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: MATSEC IM Art Exam

IM 04

Official MATSEC Intermediate subject code

MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue

A–E / F

Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2

IM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)

Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025

EUR 40

Revision of Paper fee at IM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)

MATSEC Examination Fees document

EUR 35

Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)

MATSEC Examination Fees document

100

Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)

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MATSEC Intermediate Matriculation Art (IM 04) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (coursework/portfolio timeline plus controlled components as per im 04 syllabus). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; IM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.

Sample MATSEC IM Art Practice Questions

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1According to the IM 04 Art syllabus (2026), how is the overall assessment weighted between Coursework and the Controlled Task?

A.Coursework 40%; Controlled Task 60%

B.Coursework 20%; Controlled Task 80%

C.Coursework 50%; Controlled Task 50%

D.Coursework 30%; Controlled Task 70%

Explanation: Component 1 (Coursework) is worth 20% and Component 2 (Controlled Task) is worth 80% of the total assessment.

2Within Coursework (Component 1), how are the 20 marks divided?

A.Portfolio 15 marks; Visual Journal 5 marks

B.Portfolio 5 marks; Visual Journal 15 marks

C.Portfolio 10 marks; Visual Journal 10 marks

D.Portfolio 12 marks; Visual Journal 8 marks

Explanation: Coursework totals 20 marks: Portfolio 10 marks and Visual Journal 10 marks.

3In the Controlled Task, which mark allocation is correct for Part I and Part II?

A.Personal Study 40%; Observation 20%; History of Art 20%

B.Personal Study 20%; Work from Observation 30%; History of Art 30%

C.Personal Study 30%; Work from Observation 30%; History of Art 20%

D.Personal Study 10%; Work from Observation 40%; History of Art 30%

Explanation: Part I Personal Study is 20%. Part II Section A (Work from Observation) is 30% and Section B (History of Art) is 30%, making Controlled Task 80% overall.

4How many works must candidates select for the Portfolio?

A.Four works

B.Five works

C.Six works

D.Eight works

Explanation: The Portfolio requires a selection of SIX works that best represent work carried out during the course of studies.

5On what size sheets must all Portfolio material be presented?

A.Six A3 sheets (297 mm × 420 mm)

B.Six A2 sheets (420 mm × 594 mm)

C.Five A2 sheets (420 mm × 594 mm)

D.Four A1 sheets

Explanation: All portfolio material must be presented on SIX A2 sheets (420 mm × 594 mm). Works may be smaller if executed on or affixed to those sheets.

6Which content variety must Portfolio works cover according to IM 04?

A.Only abstract work and design projects

B.Things (natural/man-made), Life (people and/or animals), and Natural, built and social environment

C.Only life drawing and still life

D.Only digital photography and video

Explanation: Portfolio works should cover Things (natural and man-made forms), Life (people and/or animals), and Natural, built and social environment (interior/exterior spaces), and may also include design projects and abstract work.

7What document must be provided with the Portfolio in the Coursework folder?

A.A personal manifesto only

B.A List of Contents including title of work and medium for all works

C.A full essay on art history

D.A signed statement that no sketches were made

Explanation: A List of Contents (including title of work and medium) indicating all the works must be provided with the Portfolio in the Coursework folder. All submitted sheets must also be numbered.

8Where should processes leading to the six Portfolio works be submitted?

A.Only on the back of each Portfolio sheet

B.In a separate public exhibition

C.In the Visual Journal

D.Only as digital files emailed to MATSEC

Explanation: All processes leading to the six Portfolio works are to be submitted in the Visual Journal.

9What is the maximum size permitted for the Visual Journal?

A.A4 only (210 mm × 297 mm)

B.720 mm × 530 mm × 40 mm

C.450 mm × 450 mm

D.500 mm × 500 mm × 500 mm

Explanation: Candidates may design the journal format freely, but its size should not exceed 450 mm × 450 mm, and it must fit within the Coursework folder.

10Which combination best describes what the Visual Journal should contain?

A.Only final polished artworks with no notes

B.Research, art-historical references, sketches, mind-maps, media trials, experiments, preparatory studies, composition plans and process photos, with annotations

C.Only photocopies of other artists’ complete works without commentary

D.Only examination papers from previous years

Explanation: The Visual Journal combines research on project themes, art-historical references, sketches, first-hand responses, mind-maps, media trials, practice work, experiments, preparatory studies, composition plans and photographic documentation of processes, all accompanied by annotations.

About the MATSEC IM Art Exam

Malta Intermediate Matriculation (IM) Art — IM 04 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Intermediate Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points). Assessment for IM 04 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Coursework-based Intermediate Art assessment including portfolio, visual journal, personal study, work from observation and history of art components as specified in IM 04 2026 syllabus (updated May 2026). Controlled task and coursework submission deadlines apply per session notices. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance or project work.

Assessment

Coursework-based Intermediate Art assessment including portfolio, visual journal, personal study, work from observation and history of art components as specified in IM 04 2026 syllabus (updated May 2026). Controlled task and coursework submission deadlines apply per session notices.

Time Limit

Coursework/portfolio timeline plus controlled components as per IM 04 syllabus

Passing Score

Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Intermediate Level grade points are: A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).

Exam Fee

The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Intermediate Matriculation (IM) level EUR 40, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. (MATSEC Examinations Board, University of Malta)

MATSEC IM Art Exam Content Outline

Core

Portfolio development

Core

Visual journal practice

Core

Personal study themes

Core

Work from observation

Core

Still life and natural forms

Core

Human figure

Core

History of art movements

Core

Composition and materials

Core

Critical evaluation of artwork

Core

Presentation standards

How to Pass the MATSEC IM Art Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Intermediate Level grade points are: A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Assessment: Coursework-based Intermediate Art assessment including portfolio, visual journal, personal study, work from observation and history of art components as specified in IM 04 2026 syllabus (updated May 2026). Controlled task and coursework submission deadlines apply per session notices.
Time limit: Coursework/portfolio timeline plus controlled components as per IM 04 syllabus
Exam fee: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Intermediate Matriculation (IM) level EUR 40, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.

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MATSEC IM Art Study Tips from Top Performers

1Work from the official IM 04 2026 syllabus learning outcomes and scheme of assessment on um.edu.mt/matsec — examiners mark to those criteria.

2Practise timed written-paper style answers and any required oral, practical, performance or project work; MCQs alone cannot replace those components.

3Note Matriculation Certificate combination rules (groups, prohibited pairings, Systems of Knowledge, 44-point minimum) in the Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025.

4Use MATSEC past papers and marking schemes for personal study only; commercial reproduction requires MATSEC permission.

5Register within published First Session and September Second Session windows; late and very late fees apply per the 2026 fee schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MATSEC Intermediate Matriculation Art?

Malta Intermediate Matriculation (IM) Art — IM 04 (2026) is an Intermediate Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (IM 04). Intermediate subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate.

How is MATSEC IM Art assessed?

How much does MATSEC IM registration cost?

What grades and points apply at Intermediate Level?

Are these official MATSEC examination questions?

No. Official MATSEC IM Art uses the written/oral/practical/project components set in the IM 04 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.

100+ Free MATSEC IM Art Practice Questions

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Key Facts: MATSEC IM Art Exam

Sample MATSEC IM Art Practice Questions

About the MATSEC IM Art Exam

MATSEC IM Art Exam Content Outline

How to Pass the MATSEC IM Art Exam

What You Need to Know

Keys to Passing

MATSEC IM Art Study Tips from Top Performers

Frequently Asked Questions