Art and Design (Photography)

Assessment

Component 1 - Personal Investigation (coursework) This component is weighted 60% of the total qualification. This component incorporates three major elements: supporting studies, practical work and a personal study of a minimum 1000 words of continuous prose. Component 2 - Externally Set Assignment (15 hour timed test piece) This component is weighted 40% of the total qualification. This component incorporates two major elements: preparatory studies and the 15–hour period of sustained focus. The Externally Set Assignment represents the culmination of the GCE Qualification allowing students to draw together all the knowledge, understanding and skills developed throughout. The Externally Set Assignment consists of one broad-based thematic starting point to which students respond by developing a portfolio of practical work and final outcome(s).