Photography students will work through a Foundation Programme of experimental and Photographic techniques during the first term of Lower Six. Working towards a final outcome, this project allows for each learner to develop their own skills as a Photographer. This underpins the independent and contemporary approach to Photography, which we believe is key in order for each learner to be able to produce unique and personal project based work.
All applicants are invited to attend our assessment day, during which they will sit entrance papers in Maths and English, followed by an online assessment and interview with the Principal. As part of the 13+ assessment, candidates will sit a further paper in a subject of their choice. Other scholarships (eg., art, sport, music, drama) will also be taken at this time.
A Level – Lower and Upper Sixth - 2 year qualification This course consists of: Unit 1. Personal Investigation. 60% of A Level. February of Lower Sixth - February of Upper Sixth. Coursework portfolio including final piece. This project is based on a self-set title, which is developed via in-depth critical, theoretical and practical research and study. A high degree of theoretical research is developed alongside visual and practical work, linked to the project title. The project is carried out in sketchbooks and research sheets, and will include experimental and relevant use of any method, media or technique. Learners will develop their independent ideas, working closely with their teachers and with reference to Artists and the wider world. This project is concluded in a final piece produced without time constraint, and supported by an extended written element of 1500 - 3000 words. This written critical and contextual analysis provides background to the project and should show a suitably high degree of critical thinking and specialist terminology. Internally assessed and externally moderated by Eduqas. Unit 2. Controlled Assignment. 40% of A Level. February of Upper Sixth - May of Upper Sixth. Externally set titles are provided by the examination board. Preparatory study in sketchbooks will include critical, practical and theoretical work, allowing learners to work towards a final response based on their chosen title. 15 hour period of sustained focus work (examination) during which period the final piece for Unit 2 is produced. Learners must bring together the best of their understanding, knowledge and skills built up over their course of study and demonstrate their highest achievement through this externally set assignment. Internally assessed and externally moderated by Eduqas.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Boarding: £35,985 - £38,985 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £38,985 |
| Address | Weston Rhyn, Oswestry, SY11 3EW |
Photography students will work through a Foundation Programme of experimental and Photographic techniques during the first term of Lower Six. Working towards a final outcome, this project allows for each learner to develop their own skills as a Photographer. This underpins the independent and contemporary approach to Photography, which we believe is key in order for each learner to be able to produce unique and personal project based work.
All applicants are invited to attend our assessment day, during which they will sit entrance papers in Maths and English, followed by an online assessment and interview with the Principal. As part of the 13+ assessment, candidates will sit a further paper in a subject of their choice. Other scholarships (eg., art, sport, music, drama) will also be taken at this time.
A Level – Lower and Upper Sixth - 2 year qualification This course consists of: Unit 1. Personal Investigation. 60% of A Level. February of Lower Sixth - February of Upper Sixth. Coursework portfolio including final piece. This project is based on a self-set title, which is developed via in-depth critical, theoretical and practical research and study. A high degree of theoretical research is developed alongside visual and practical work, linked to the project title. The project is carried out in sketchbooks and research sheets, and will include experimental and relevant use of any method, media or technique. Learners will develop their independent ideas, working closely with their teachers and with reference to Artists and the wider world. This project is concluded in a final piece produced without time constraint, and supported by an extended written element of 1500 - 3000 words. This written critical and contextual analysis provides background to the project and should show a suitably high degree of critical thinking and specialist terminology. Internally assessed and externally moderated by Eduqas. Unit 2. Controlled Assignment. 40% of A Level. February of Upper Sixth - May of Upper Sixth. Externally set titles are provided by the examination board. Preparatory study in sketchbooks will include critical, practical and theoretical work, allowing learners to work towards a final response based on their chosen title. 15 hour period of sustained focus work (examination) during which period the final piece for Unit 2 is produced. Learners must bring together the best of their understanding, knowledge and skills built up over their course of study and demonstrate their highest achievement through this externally set assignment. Internally assessed and externally moderated by Eduqas.