Photography

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COURSE OVERVIEW

This course will suit those students who enjoy exploring the visual world around them and wish to develop their understanding of ‘lens based’ work. 

Students will be taught how to use the camera to produce high quality and creative images, and how to make the most of light, space and composition.

As they are introduced to a range of photographers, they will also develop their own portfolio of work in response to given themes and stimuli. They will also show an understanding of digital manipulation and professional presentation of results.

A previous GCSE in Photography is not required, although evidence of visual and creative skills will be beneficial. 

Assessment structure

Component 1: Personal Investigation (60% of total A-Level mark)

Candidates will produce two elements:

·        A portfolio of practical work showing their personal response to a chosen starting point.

·        A related study of continuous prose with guided minimum of 1,000 words.
 

Component 2: Externally set task (40% 0f total A-Level mark) 

An early release paper will be issued on 1st February from which candidates will choose one starting point to base a personal response. The final outcome will be produced over 15 hours.

What can pupils’ study next?

The creative and visual arts industry is one of the largest employers in the country.  This course prepares those students who wish to progress to art college or engage in careers involving digital arts such as advertising; illustration; design; animation; film and working with new technologies.

The majority of students will progress on to the one-year Foundation Diploma before moving onto a specialist Degree course. Some individuals will succeed in gaining direct entry onto their chosen degree course. 

Who can I contact for further information?

Mark Coulter – Director of Visual Arts: mark.coulter@bcschool.co.uk

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