AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Art & Design - Photography

In the sixth form we follow the AQA specification. This is a broad –based course introducing students to a variety of experiences using a range of media, processes and techniques, for example:

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Painting, drawing, mixed media including collage and assemblage, sculpture, printmaking, digital photography and image manipulation.

At A level, candidates are required to build upon the knowledge, understanding and skills gained, with greater depth of study.

Component 1 is a personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by 1000-3000 words (60% of final grade).

Component 2 is an externally set assignment; candidates are given a question paper containing 8 starting points from which they choose one. Students are then required to develop a project around their chosen theme. 15 hours of unaided, supervised work completes this unit of work. (40% of final grade)

Art, Media or Photography 5 or DT

Photography is a vast and expanding industry with an enormous variety of jobs. The rapid expansion in new technologies has led to a serious skill shortage in many areas. Many of our students go on to study in Higher Education and there are a large variety of courses to choose from.