Subject Leader: Miss T Sarton – tsarton@knoleacademy.org
Subject Teachers: Miss E Chitty and Miss T Chalk
Exam Board: AQA
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 9-4 grades in GCSE examinations, including English and Maths.
Intent
The qualification gives a coherent introduction to the study of Photography. This course has been designed for Post 16 Photography students who want to explore a broad range of photographic processes and techniques, and want to develop the knowledge and skills required in the industry.
Implementation
Students produce work that develops their photographic skills and enhances their understanding of photographic techniques and processes.
Students participate in a series of skills-based workshops to develop their photography skills. They are encouraged to explore various media, techniques and processes in preparation for component 1.
Impact
It will prepare candidates to progress into further or higher education, to follow courses in a broad range of photographic subjects, and ultimately to pursue a career in the creative industries.
Examination Information
Exam Board: AQA
Qualification: A Level Photography
Component 1: Personal investigation (60%)
This is a practical investigation supported by written material. Students conduct a practical investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by written material. The focus of the investigation is identified independently by the student and leads to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. The investigation is an in-depth study demonstrating the student’s ability to construct and develop a sustained line of reasoning from an initial starting point to a final realisation. They will research and develop ideas and relate their work meaningfully to relevant critical/contextual materials, being informed by an aspect of the contemporary or past practice of artists, photographers, designers or craftspeople.
Component 2: Externally set assignment (from 1 February in year 13) (40%)
15 hours.
After receiving the paper, students should consider the starting points and select one. Preparatory work should be presented in any format suitable to the project, such as mounted sheets, design sheets, sketchbooks, workbooks, journals, models, and maquettes. Following the preparatory period, students have 15 hours of unaided, supervised time to produce a finished outcome/s informed by their preparatory work.
Photography Future Paths
Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, BA (Hons) Photography, BA (Hons) Television & Media Production, Magazine Features Editor, Photo Journalist, Press Photographer, Wedding Photographer, Television Camera Operator and more.