KS5 Photography
AS/A Photography
Pearson Edexcel
AS LEVEL (1 Year)
A LEVEL (2 Years)
8 Hours per fortnight
STUDENTS WILL NEED
An ability to work independently
To be visually observant and self-motivated
Access to a digital camera for independent learning (the school can support with this)
STUDENTS WILL STUDY
An individual approach to photography
Technical skills associated with picture taking, including film processing, printing and computer imaging
Developing skills such as researching, experimentation, applying knowledge and evaluating work as a continual process
Photography as a means of personal observation and creative expression
Developing creative approaches which go beyond mere observation and recording
Developing Independent learning through structural units of work
ASSESSMENT
AS Unit 1 (30%): Coursework
AS Unit 2 (20%): Coursework
A level Unit 3 (30&): Coursework
A level Unit 4 (20%): Coursework
POTENTIAL SECTORS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Arts, Media and Publishing
- Education and Training
- Leisure, Travel and Tourism
- Engineering and Manufacturing Technology
- Construction, Planning and the Built Environment