Photography A Level will introduce you to a variety of experiences, exploring a range of photographic media, techniques, and processes. Researching the work of other photographers and artists is an integral part of the investigating and making process. You'll produce a sketchbook/workbook/journal, documenting your research and recording the development of your own work. When you complete the course you'll be able to express ideas and link your intentions to outcomes in a confident and assured manner. This qualification will encourage you to explore and develop specialist photography skills in a creative and innovative setting. We also visit London art galleries to further our contextual understanding, and ideas for presentation and to undertake a workshop.
You must have achieved 5 passes including mathematics and English, where a pass is defined as GCSE 9-4 and pass or better at level 2 BTEC. Level 5 + in Art and Design is an advantage, you do not need to have studied Photography but an aptitude and interest in taking photographs is highly desirable.
There are two components assessed with four Assessment Objectives. Component 1 - Personal Investigation (60% of the mark)- is coursework and assessed through project work and a personal project with a written assignment between 1000 and 3000 words. Component 2 - (40% of the Mark) is an Externally Set Assignment with a choice of themes supplied by the exam board at the beginning of February. At the end of the Externally Set Assignment you complete a 15 hour timed piece under exam conditions. Both components are internally assessed and externally moderated. The four assessment objectives are: A01 Develop - to develop a theme through research, investigation and experimentation. A02 Explore - a sustained approach to media, materials and techniques. A03 Record - detailed recording of ideas, observations and insights while reflecting critically on work and progress. A04 Present - fully developed and meaningful realization of intentions with connections to visual and other elements. You receive a mark out of 96 for each component. These four areas are holistically assessed and coincide with Praising Stars reporting.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Valley Road, Worksop, S81 7EN |
Photography A Level will introduce you to a variety of experiences, exploring a range of photographic media, techniques, and processes. Researching the work of other photographers and artists is an integral part of the investigating and making process. You'll produce a sketchbook/workbook/journal, documenting your research and recording the development of your own work. When you complete the course you'll be able to express ideas and link your intentions to outcomes in a confident and assured manner. This qualification will encourage you to explore and develop specialist photography skills in a creative and innovative setting. We also visit London art galleries to further our contextual understanding, and ideas for presentation and to undertake a workshop.
You must have achieved 5 passes including mathematics and English, where a pass is defined as GCSE 9-4 and pass or better at level 2 BTEC. Level 5 + in Art and Design is an advantage, you do not need to have studied Photography but an aptitude and interest in taking photographs is highly desirable.
There are two components assessed with four Assessment Objectives. Component 1 - Personal Investigation (60% of the mark)- is coursework and assessed through project work and a personal project with a written assignment between 1000 and 3000 words. Component 2 - (40% of the Mark) is an Externally Set Assignment with a choice of themes supplied by the exam board at the beginning of February. At the end of the Externally Set Assignment you complete a 15 hour timed piece under exam conditions. Both components are internally assessed and externally moderated. The four assessment objectives are: A01 Develop - to develop a theme through research, investigation and experimentation. A02 Explore - a sustained approach to media, materials and techniques. A03 Record - detailed recording of ideas, observations and insights while reflecting critically on work and progress. A04 Present - fully developed and meaningful realization of intentions with connections to visual and other elements. You receive a mark out of 96 for each component. These four areas are holistically assessed and coincide with Praising Stars reporting.
