Grade 6 and above in GCSE Art is preferred, or alternatively a portfolio submission
and interview with the Art department
WHAT DOES THE COURSE INVOLVE?
A-Level Photography enables you to use both digital and non-digital lens-based media.
You will be encouraged to explore your individual interests creatively and make connections
with other media and other subject areas.
Through the study of various topics, you will develop a range of technical and analytical
skills, including lens-based photography, experimental darkroom practice and digital
imaging, predominantly using Photoshop.
WHAT ARE THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES?
You will be set themed projects for personal investigation and will initially develop ideas,
studies and skills by experimenting with media under direction. You will refer to the work
of established artists and analyse this in depth, taking inspiration as appropriate. You will
establish your own themes and interests, exploring these in practical work and making
connections with other artists and art forms.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Assessment
Description
Duration
Weight
Component 1
Personal Investigation: This will incorporate supporting studies,
practical work and a personal study which will comprise
a minimum of 1000 words of continuous prose in a subject
of Art and Design which is of particular interest to you.
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60 %
Component 2
Externally Set Assignment: Incorporating preparatory studies
and a 15–hour period of sustained focus, students will produce final
outcome(s) extending from their preparatory studies
in response to the Externally Set Assignment.
15 Hrs
40 %
WHY IS THIS QUALIFICATION USEFUL?
The types of courses or careers to which Photography are particularly relevant include: Architecture;
Interior / Landscape Design; Advertising; Film; Media; Photography; Theatre: Props/ Set Design/ Costume;
Fashion; Journalism; Museum And Gallery Curatorship; Auctioneering; Education; Graphic Design /All
Aspects Of Design From Furniture To Footwear. Photography is also beneficial to candidates applying for
academic subjects, showing the student is a well-rounded individual.
Kings Sixth Form
