In A Level Photography, students learn the techniques and processes within the language of photography and how to read and analyse their images. Photography is the appreciation and production of Digital and Polaroid images reflecting personal viewpoints, passions and interests. This involves developing knowledge, ideas and concepts plus a wide range of skills, including visual analysis, problem-solving, methodical planning, written and visual communication, aesthetics and creative awareness. Photography includes the use of various cameras, lenses, studio lighting, locations, photographic styling and computer suite facilities. This short video gives you an overview of Art & Design at DLD College London, including Photography. A Level Photography is a rigorous and thorough taught course. Students learn the “language” of photography, how to “read” and analyse their images, including the techniques, processes and skills. This is a structured course, enabling students to creatively respond to the work of relevant inspirational artists. Passion, commitment, imagination, visual, written and verbal communication skills are essential prerequisites to succeed in A Level Photography. Clarity of student’s intentions, conceptual understanding and sophisticated ideas are explored in depth throughout this course using a wide variety of photographic styles, skills and techniques. Visiting art and photography galleries and museums is an essential stimulating part of this course and students must show in-depth cultural awareness and connections in the development of their projects. Students have access to the photography studio and classroom throughout the week.
To be eligible to apply for an A Level at DLD College London, students must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above with a grade 5 preferred for Maths and English. Specific GCSEs may be necessary depending on your course choice. Maths and Sciences A Levels require a Grade 7 or above in that subject’s GCSE. To study A Levels, your current or pending exam results should be equivalent to or higher than GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) in at least 5 subjects and a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 5.5. At the start of each academic year of study students following an A Level course without a pass at Level 5/Grade C in GCSE or IGCSE English Language or with an Academic English score below 6.5 overall must join an Academic English training course for the duration of the academic year which will be timetabled alongside A Level lessons. If your level of English is not sufficient to meet the entry criteria for the A Level programme you will normally be offered a place on the one year Academic Preparation Course (pre A Level) in order to bring your English skills up to the required level.
Component 1 60% Coursework (Personal Investigation) Component 2 40% Externally Set Assignment (15 Hour Exam)
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Lambeth |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £21,500 to £33,600 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £27,300; |
| Address | 199 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7FX |
In A Level Photography, students learn the techniques and processes within the language of photography and how to read and analyse their images. Photography is the appreciation and production of Digital and Polaroid images reflecting personal viewpoints, passions and interests. This involves developing knowledge, ideas and concepts plus a wide range of skills, including visual analysis, problem-solving, methodical planning, written and visual communication, aesthetics and creative awareness. Photography includes the use of various cameras, lenses, studio lighting, locations, photographic styling and computer suite facilities. This short video gives you an overview of Art & Design at DLD College London, including Photography. A Level Photography is a rigorous and thorough taught course. Students learn the “language” of photography, how to “read” and analyse their images, including the techniques, processes and skills. This is a structured course, enabling students to creatively respond to the work of relevant inspirational artists. Passion, commitment, imagination, visual, written and verbal communication skills are essential prerequisites to succeed in A Level Photography. Clarity of student’s intentions, conceptual understanding and sophisticated ideas are explored in depth throughout this course using a wide variety of photographic styles, skills and techniques. Visiting art and photography galleries and museums is an essential stimulating part of this course and students must show in-depth cultural awareness and connections in the development of their projects. Students have access to the photography studio and classroom throughout the week.
To be eligible to apply for an A Level at DLD College London, students must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above with a grade 5 preferred for Maths and English. Specific GCSEs may be necessary depending on your course choice. Maths and Sciences A Levels require a Grade 7 or above in that subject’s GCSE. To study A Levels, your current or pending exam results should be equivalent to or higher than GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) in at least 5 subjects and a minimum level of English equivalent to IELTS 5.5. At the start of each academic year of study students following an A Level course without a pass at Level 5/Grade C in GCSE or IGCSE English Language or with an Academic English score below 6.5 overall must join an Academic English training course for the duration of the academic year which will be timetabled alongside A Level lessons. If your level of English is not sufficient to meet the entry criteria for the A Level programme you will normally be offered a place on the one year Academic Preparation Course (pre A Level) in order to bring your English skills up to the required level.
Component 1 60% Coursework (Personal Investigation) Component 2 40% Externally Set Assignment (15 Hour Exam)