Photography allows A-Level students to expand their creative horizons through taking and editing photographs. Students are also encouraged to contextualise their work and develop an understanding of the creative process in industries using photography. By the end of the course, students will have produced a portfolio of work through the creation of photographs, digital presentations and written work: they will produce a 1,000 word thematic essay explaining the context in which their practical portfolio exists. Initially the course will help students understand the workings of the camera and the use of editing software such as Lightbox. Emphasis is also placed on framing of photographs and the range of artistic styles that can be developed photographically. Tutors offer practical advice or ideas and then students will develop an original response to a theme, artist or idea. Tutors support the student as the work progresses, offering a critical response and guiding the student’s technical development for a quality final result.
5 GCSEs grade 5 or above including Maths and English or equivalent international qualifications. For international students who have taken IELTS, we require an overall score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the reading and writing components. For international students who have taken IGCSE English (Second Language), we require grade 5 or above. Many students join the course with no qualification in the subject. Specific techniques are developed throughout the course, and students should not be afraid of practical investigation. An interest in the workings of a camera and editing software helps. Student should have their own Digital SLR camera and lenses.
1 Personal Investigation that includes a portfolio of practical work and a written study of 1,000 words 60% Portfolio and essay produced during course 2 Externally set task 40% External Exam: 15 hours
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
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| Boarding Fee | £28,635 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | 12 King Edward Street, Oxford, OX1 4HT |
Photography allows A-Level students to expand their creative horizons through taking and editing photographs. Students are also encouraged to contextualise their work and develop an understanding of the creative process in industries using photography. By the end of the course, students will have produced a portfolio of work through the creation of photographs, digital presentations and written work: they will produce a 1,000 word thematic essay explaining the context in which their practical portfolio exists. Initially the course will help students understand the workings of the camera and the use of editing software such as Lightbox. Emphasis is also placed on framing of photographs and the range of artistic styles that can be developed photographically. Tutors offer practical advice or ideas and then students will develop an original response to a theme, artist or idea. Tutors support the student as the work progresses, offering a critical response and guiding the student’s technical development for a quality final result.
5 GCSEs grade 5 or above including Maths and English or equivalent international qualifications. For international students who have taken IELTS, we require an overall score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the reading and writing components. For international students who have taken IGCSE English (Second Language), we require grade 5 or above. Many students join the course with no qualification in the subject. Specific techniques are developed throughout the course, and students should not be afraid of practical investigation. An interest in the workings of a camera and editing software helps. Student should have their own Digital SLR camera and lenses.
1 Personal Investigation that includes a portfolio of practical work and a written study of 1,000 words 60% Portfolio and essay produced during course 2 Externally set task 40% External Exam: 15 hours
