Why study this course? You will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding for entry to employment in the photographic industry or progression to higher education. You will undertake practical structured learning with the flexibility to specialise in different photographic areas directly relevant to employment within the industry, including digital imaging, darkroom technology, studio photography, photo-journalism, documentary photography and art installation. What will you study? This qualification focuses on the recognition of achievement through practical photography skills, analytical and planning skills, editing skills and artistic presentation. Course components You will undertake one internally assessed coursework unit (60% of the A-Level) which requires you to work to a theme of your own choosing, covering a variety of photographic styles. This will involve exploring four separate and distinct ideas relating to your theme, followed by further developments of your ideas, which will lead to the presentation of a final piece or series. This coursework unit also includes a sustained critical and contextual study of current and historical photography relevant to your theme. In addition, you will take an internally-assessed examination unit (40% of the A-Level), which will further develop your skills and understanding of photography. Both units are externally moderated following internal assessment. Future Pathways The flexibility and range of units on this course lead naturally on to the photographic industry, where those seeking employment will produce a comprehensive and varied portfolio covering a breadth of relevant skills. This can lead to a myriad of careers in the industry from photographer to set designer, art director to make-up artist, picture editor to cinematographer and many more. This qualification can also be used for entry for higher education courses and careers, not just in photography but also in media, fashion, journalism, fine art, education and film studies.