Art and Design (Photography)

Assessment

Component 1: Personal investigation This is a practical investigation supported by written material. •Students are required to conduct a practical investigation, into an idea, issue, concept or theme, •supported by written material. The focus of the investigation must be identified independently by the •student and must lead to a finished outcome or a series of related finished outcomes. •No time limit •Assessed out of 96 marks •60% of A Level Component 2: Externally set assignment Separate question papers will be provided for each title. Each question paper will consist of a choice of •eight questions to be used as starting points. •Students are required to select one. •Students will be provided with examination papers on 1 February, or as soon as possible after that date. •Preparatory period + 15 hours supervised time •96 marks •40% of A Level