Photography (A Level)
Caroline Chisholm School - West Northamptonshire
01604344744
Wooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields, Northampton, NN4 6TP
Course summary

Skills Developed on Course: • The ability to explore elements of visual language, line, form, colour, pattern and texture in the context of photography. • Awareness of intended audience or purpose for their chosen area(s) of photography. 57 • The ability to respond to an issue, theme, concept or idea, or work to a brief or answer a need in photography. • Appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement • Appropriate use of the camera, film, lenses, filters and lighting for work in their chosen area(s) of photography. • Understanding of techniques related to the production of photographic images and, where appropriate, presentation and layout.

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

A Level Unit 1 Personal Investigation Part 1: Practical Work From personal starting points - supporting studies and personal practical outcomes. Coursework Unit 2 Personal Investigation Part 2: Personal Study Continuous prose – 1000 words min. Coursework Unit 3 Externally Set Assignment From broad based themes – preparatory studies and personal practical outcomes Practical Exam 15hrs.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityWest Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields, Northampton, NN4 6TP