A level Photography
St Peter's Collegiate Academy
Course summary
We are a highly successful department, ranking well above national average for results and having a good record of students receiving offers from their first choices at the top universities in the creative field. The art department have high expectations of all learners and tailor studies to individuals. By studying Photography A level at S Peter’s you will learn the technical and creative skills required to explore personal, historical, local and global themes through photographic and other artistic processes. Course content During the course you will explore: Composition Use of technical camera functions Film photography Moving image Digital image manipulation Experimental photography Developing Artist/ photography study Personal ideas through photography
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 4 gcse qualifications at grade 3.5 or above | — |
Art and Design (Fine Art, Photography, Graphics, Craft) | Grade 4 in Art and Design (Fine Art, Photography, Graphics, Craft) (if taken) | — |
Design and Technology Alternative route | Grade 4 in Design and Technology (if taken) | — |
As published by the school
GCSE Grade 4 in Art and/Design
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Assessment
Your best work from workshops, visits, classes and independent study is presented in a portfolio of evidence along with a written assignment (3000 words). One project will be set by the exam board, providing choice for the starting point; all other projects are teacher or student led.
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