Are you an ideas person who likes creating images and allows you to take creative control of your camera? We will help you gain a greater understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the photographic medium. We encourage lateral thinkers and creative problem-solvers.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Year 12 Structured taught units of work to produce a series of sketchbooks and final pieces covering the four assessment objectives. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with photography and post-editing which will allow them to develop their interests in the subject. This leads students towards establishing confidence for the full A Level in Year 13. Year 13 Unit 1: Personal investigation Students develop their interests and produce a digital sketchbook and final pieces of work covering four assessment objectives. There is also a written research project of up to 3000 words that runs alongside the practical aspect of the course. Unit 2: Externally set assignment Students respond to a set question for a 15-hour exam after a period of research and investigation. Students produce a sketchbook and final pieces of work covering the four assessment objectives.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queens Park Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7AE |
Are you an ideas person who likes creating images and allows you to take creative control of your camera? We will help you gain a greater understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the photographic medium. We encourage lateral thinkers and creative problem-solvers.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Year 12 Structured taught units of work to produce a series of sketchbooks and final pieces covering the four assessment objectives. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with photography and post-editing which will allow them to develop their interests in the subject. This leads students towards establishing confidence for the full A Level in Year 13. Year 13 Unit 1: Personal investigation Students develop their interests and produce a digital sketchbook and final pieces of work covering four assessment objectives. There is also a written research project of up to 3000 words that runs alongside the practical aspect of the course. Unit 2: Externally set assignment Students respond to a set question for a 15-hour exam after a period of research and investigation. Students produce a sketchbook and final pieces of work covering the four assessment objectives.