Photography
Photography is a practical coursework based subject which concludes with an exam where students independently produce a project and final piece. In year 12 you will develop a broad set of skills and understanding and have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of materials and processes to help you decide on your specialisms for year 13. You will study the history of photography and more traditional techniques and photographers alongside more contemporary and cutting edge artists and movements. You will be encouraged to respond in a personal way to a variety of inspirations and document your work throughout. The course starts with a foundation element to build up and develop skills in digital and darkroom work, as well as allowing students to study a variety of photographers and begin to develop their own style. In year 13 you will develop a personal theme for an independent study in the form of both an essay and practical work. The emphasis at this point is on students developing a personalised portfolio based on the techniques they have learnt in year 12. High quality cameras are lent out by the school and we have a Digital Media Centre with MAC computers and the latest Adobe software. We are also lucky enough to have a Dark Room and Studio to produce a variety of practical pieces. You will be encouraged to use the cameras often to become familiar with them and also document all your work using Google Drive and a Portfolio, so you have both digital and paper images.
Photography is a practical coursework based subject which concludes with an exam where students independently produce a project and final piece. In year 12 you will develop a broad set of skills and understanding and have the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of materials and processes to help you decide on your specialisms for year 13. You will study the history of photography and more traditional techniques and photographers alongside more contemporary and cutting edge artists and movements. You will be encouraged to respond in a personal way to a variety of inspirations and document your work throughout. The course starts with a foundation element to build up and develop skills in digital and darkroom work, as well as allowing students to study a variety of photographers and begin to develop their own style. In year 13 you will develop a personal theme for an independent study in the form of both an essay and practical work. The emphasis at this point is on students developing a personalised portfolio based on the techniques they have learnt in year 12. High quality cameras are lent out by the school and we have a Digital Media Centre with MAC computers and the latest Adobe software. We are also lucky enough to have a Dark Room and Studio to produce a variety of practical pieces. You will be encouraged to use the cameras often to become familiar with them and also document all your work using Google Drive and a Portfolio, so you have both digital and paper images.
Specification
Specification
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Course Content
Course Content
Students begin with an introduction to different working processes and experimentation: film-based photography, digital photography, film and video.
Students begin with an introduction to different working processes and experimentation: film-based photography, digital photography, film and video.
Component 1: Personal investigation (Supporting studies, practical work and personal study
Component 1: Personal investigation (Supporting studies, practical work and personal study
- 3000 word essay)
- 3000 word essay)
Component 2: External assignment
Component 2: External assignment
Assessment
Assessment
Students are continuously assessed throughout the two year course
Students are continuously assessed throughout the two year course
Independent Study Coursework (60%) Exam (40%)
Independent Study Coursework (60%) Exam (40%)
Progression
Progression
Students can progress from this qualification to Foundation Courses or a degree in Photography, film, digital media, journalism, fashion, art, design or other disciplines. They can also choose a more vocational pathway and/ or work experience in the creative industries. A wide range of careers such as web photographer, fashion, hair and makeup photographer, special effects, journalism or travel photographer, videographer, image director, advertising, education and many other options are possible with this subject. This course will suit students who are incredibly self-motivated and interested in opening up to new ideas and capturing or creating a moment.
Students can progress from this qualification to Foundation Courses or a degree in Photography, film, digital media, journalism, fashion, art, design or other disciplines. They can also choose a more vocational pathway and/ or work experience in the creative industries. A wide range of careers such as web photographer, fashion, hair and makeup photographer, special effects, journalism or travel photographer, videographer, image director, advertising, education and many other options are possible with this subject. This course will suit students who are incredibly self-motivated and interested in opening up to new ideas and capturing or creating a moment.