Photography is a practical coursework based subject which concludes with an exam where students independently produce a project and final piece. In year 12 you will develop a broad set of skills and understanding and have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of materials and processes to help you decide on your specialisms for year 13. You will study the history of photography and more traditional techniques and photographers alongside more contemporary and cutting edge artists and movements. You will be encouraged to respond in a personal way to a variety of inspirations and document your work throughout. The course starts with a foundation element to build up and develop skills in digital and darkroom work, as well as allowing students to study a variety of photographers and begin to develop their own style. In year 13 you will develop a personal theme for an independent study in the form of both an essay and practical work. The emphasis at this point is on students developing a personalised portfolio based on the techniques they have learnt in year 12. High quality cameras are lent out by the school and we have a Digital Media Centre with MAC computers and the latest Adobe software. We are also lucky enough to have a Dark Room and Studio to produce a variety of practical pieces. You will be encouraged to use the cameras often to become familiar with them and also document all your work using Google Drive and a Portfolio, so you have both digital and paper images Students studying Photography are required to: Develop analytical skills through written appreciation of both photographers work and techniques learned. Develop practical skills using a variety of techniques and ability to take risks through personal interpretation. Learn to appreciate the world visually, making connections with current and historical events in order to develop independent ideas. Develop independence of mind, communicating own ideas, intentions and personal outcomes. Photography encourages students to be expressive and to explore the basic and more advanced elements of practical photography both in digital and analogue form. It allows a personal identity and an opportunity to question how we live; our opinions and perceptions through practical means. There are a variety of outlets for this work both in practical terms and in conceptual ideas and mediums. Course content Students begin with an introduction to different working processes and experimentation: film-based photography, digital photography, film and video. Component 1: Personal investigation (Supporting studies, practical work and personal study - 3000 word essay) Component 2: External assignment
Students are continuously assessed throughout the two year course A Level – Independent Study Coursework (60%) Exam (40%)
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Greenwich |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | 145 Bexley Road, Eltham, London, SE9 2PT |
Photography is a practical coursework based subject which concludes with an exam where students independently produce a project and final piece. In year 12 you will develop a broad set of skills and understanding and have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of materials and processes to help you decide on your specialisms for year 13. You will study the history of photography and more traditional techniques and photographers alongside more contemporary and cutting edge artists and movements. You will be encouraged to respond in a personal way to a variety of inspirations and document your work throughout. The course starts with a foundation element to build up and develop skills in digital and darkroom work, as well as allowing students to study a variety of photographers and begin to develop their own style. In year 13 you will develop a personal theme for an independent study in the form of both an essay and practical work. The emphasis at this point is on students developing a personalised portfolio based on the techniques they have learnt in year 12. High quality cameras are lent out by the school and we have a Digital Media Centre with MAC computers and the latest Adobe software. We are also lucky enough to have a Dark Room and Studio to produce a variety of practical pieces. You will be encouraged to use the cameras often to become familiar with them and also document all your work using Google Drive and a Portfolio, so you have both digital and paper images Students studying Photography are required to: Develop analytical skills through written appreciation of both photographers work and techniques learned. Develop practical skills using a variety of techniques and ability to take risks through personal interpretation. Learn to appreciate the world visually, making connections with current and historical events in order to develop independent ideas. Develop independence of mind, communicating own ideas, intentions and personal outcomes. Photography encourages students to be expressive and to explore the basic and more advanced elements of practical photography both in digital and analogue form. It allows a personal identity and an opportunity to question how we live; our opinions and perceptions through practical means. There are a variety of outlets for this work both in practical terms and in conceptual ideas and mediums. Course content Students begin with an introduction to different working processes and experimentation: film-based photography, digital photography, film and video. Component 1: Personal investigation (Supporting studies, practical work and personal study - 3000 word essay) Component 2: External assignment
Students are continuously assessed throughout the two year course A Level – Independent Study Coursework (60%) Exam (40%)