Art and Design (Photography)

Course summary

Coursework involves students in selecting and presenting work, which demonstrates their strengths across areas of knowledge and a range of skills. These must show an ability to sustain lines of enquiry independently. The examination involves the student bringing together and making connections between contextual art, experimenting with different techniques / skills and applying these by responding to a theme. Year 1: Coursework for the portfolio of work develops skills and techniques within two projects which are based on different themes and photographers. The students need to show a selection of thoughtfully presented work that demonstrates the depth and breadth of the course. There is a 5-hour exam in December at the end of the first term and another 5-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce final outcomes in May. Year 2 (until January 31st): Coursework for the portfolio of work sees the students develop a personal investigation/ practical project based on an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by a written element of 1000-3000 words. This project will culminate in a 10-hour, unaided, supervised exam to produce a final outcome in December.