Art and Design (Photography)

Assessment

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.