If you love taking photos and communicating your ideas visually, this could prove an exciting A-level choice. It will give you the skills to produce imaginative and technically competent collections of photographs. You’ll learn how to organise your photo shoots, drawing on your own experiences and interests and using the work of other photographers as inspiration. You’ll need a good quality DSLR camera. What you’ll study This is a highly practical course that will allow you to work independently, following your interests and passions. You’ll reflect on your work and the work of fellow students through one-to-one tutorials and group discussions. You’ll also develop an understanding and appreciation of the work of leading photographers, exploring a range of images and genres. Throughout the course, you’ll use digital sketchbooks to show how your ideas evolve. In the first year, we’ll ask you to create a series of personal photographic responses to a variety of briefs. In your second year, you’ll complete your two-term, externally-assessed Personal Investigation and then in February you will get ready for your Externally Set Assignment. Where Photography Can Take You Photography is an excellent foundation for a career in the creative industries including advertising, animation, architecture, CGI (computer-generated imagery), art photography, documentary and fashion photography, filmmaking, graphics, television and theatre. Students have gained places in Film Animation courses at highly reputable universities.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. At least a grade 6 in GCSE Art photography, together with our general entry requirements. Experience of using a DSLR camera. It’s helpful if you have a basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
How you’ll be assessed There are two components: Component 1: Personal Investigation. This is worth 60% of your final marks. You’ll explore your own theme, idea, concept or issue, developing a portfolio of exciting and original work. You’ll also submit written material of between 2,000 and 3,000 words to support your practical work, including a bibliography. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment. This is worth 40% of your final marks. You’ll create a portfolio of photographs in response to one of eight themes set by the exam board. You’ll have time to think and research in a set preparatory period and then produce your photographs in a 15-hour exam spread over three days.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,085 |
| Address | Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1JX |
If you love taking photos and communicating your ideas visually, this could prove an exciting A-level choice. It will give you the skills to produce imaginative and technically competent collections of photographs. You’ll learn how to organise your photo shoots, drawing on your own experiences and interests and using the work of other photographers as inspiration. You’ll need a good quality DSLR camera. What you’ll study This is a highly practical course that will allow you to work independently, following your interests and passions. You’ll reflect on your work and the work of fellow students through one-to-one tutorials and group discussions. You’ll also develop an understanding and appreciation of the work of leading photographers, exploring a range of images and genres. Throughout the course, you’ll use digital sketchbooks to show how your ideas evolve. In the first year, we’ll ask you to create a series of personal photographic responses to a variety of briefs. In your second year, you’ll complete your two-term, externally-assessed Personal Investigation and then in February you will get ready for your Externally Set Assignment. Where Photography Can Take You Photography is an excellent foundation for a career in the creative industries including advertising, animation, architecture, CGI (computer-generated imagery), art photography, documentary and fashion photography, filmmaking, graphics, television and theatre. Students have gained places in Film Animation courses at highly reputable universities.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. At least a grade 6 in GCSE Art photography, together with our general entry requirements. Experience of using a DSLR camera. It’s helpful if you have a basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
How you’ll be assessed There are two components: Component 1: Personal Investigation. This is worth 60% of your final marks. You’ll explore your own theme, idea, concept or issue, developing a portfolio of exciting and original work. You’ll also submit written material of between 2,000 and 3,000 words to support your practical work, including a bibliography. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment. This is worth 40% of your final marks. You’ll create a portfolio of photographs in response to one of eight themes set by the exam board. You’ll have time to think and research in a set preparatory period and then produce your photographs in a 15-hour exam spread over three days.