Art and Design (Photography)
Course summary
Photography helps you navigate the visual world both now and in the future. You will explore the world using Lens and Light-based Media which includes work in film, video, digital imaging and light-sensitive materials. You will learn to express your thoughts and ideas through exciting photographic finished work.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Art and Design (Fine Art, Photography, Graphics, Craft) | Grade 5 in Art and Design (Fine Art, Photography, Graphics, Craft) | — |
Media Studies Alternative route | Grade 5 in Media Studies | — |
Design and Technology Alternative route | Grade 5 in Design and Technology | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
To study A levels at QPCS you have to achieve at least six GCSE grades 5-9. G5 in Art, DT or Media GCSE, and G4 in English Language.
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Assessment
Assessment for Year 1 Component 1: Personal Investigation: Practical work from your own ideas grounded in research demonstrating an ability to respond to others’ work and understand the context of your studies. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment: You will explore and develop a theme provided by the exam board towards a sustained focus period of 10 hours controlled assessment in which you will create your final response to the theme. Assessment for Year 2 Component 1: Personal Investigation: Part 1: From a personal starting point you submit supporting studies and personal outcomes. Part 2: A personal study consisting of 1000 – 3000 words Component 2: Externally Set Assignment: In February the exam board releases a broad-based, thematic starting point which you will independently explore and develop during the preparatory period. There will be a sustained focus period of 15 hours controlled assessment in which you will create your final response to the theme.
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