Visual Media (Photography)

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This is a 2 year A Level course. There is no opportunity to achieve an AS Level at the end of year 12. In year 12, students participate in a range of workshops including camera techniques, studio photography, location photography, PhotoShop and presentation skills. They develop a range of skills before completing a mini project on an area of their choice. In the summer term they begin their 'Personal Investigation' project which continues into year 13.

Course information

Name: Visual Media (Photography) Qualification title: GCE A Level in Art and Design Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Component 1: Personal Investigation - 60% of qualification. Students propose an area of study to base their personal investigation project on. They start in the summer term of year 12 and continue with this practical project until January of year 13. Component 2: Externally Set Assignment - 40% of qualification. In February of year 13 students receive an exam paper with a selection of starting points for photography projects. They select one to base their work on and this project and conclude it with a 15 hour practical exam where they produce their final outcome. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151105 15:27:42 Updated 20151105 15:27:42

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Hind Leys Community College
Community School
hlcoffice@shepshedlearning.co.uk
01509 504511
http://www.shepshedlearning.co.uk

Address

Forest Street
Shepshed Town: Loughborough County:Leicestershire

Learning aims

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