Art and Design (Photography)
Varndean College - Brighton and Hove
01273508011
Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ
Course summary

You will be introduced to a variety of photographic media, techniques and processes. You study traditional black and white darkroom printing as well as digital photography and learn practical skills and techniques. You learn to research photographers' work in depth, and link these ideas with your own work. You will be encouraged to explore ideas and push the boundaries of the medium, and develop your own individual creative concepts and approaches to photography. Understanding your SLR camera is key: using depth of field, movement, working with different films, lenses, filters and lighting. You will benefit from a wide range of facilities, including two darkrooms and will have the opportunity to work in a studio environment with our technician in a designated studio session each week. A3 logbooks are used to record your progress and research.

Entry requirements

A mixture of at least 6 GCSEs at Grades 9 - 4 including English. PLUS Grade 5 in GCSE Photography (if taken) OR Merit or Distinction in BTEC Level 2 Award in Photography (if taken) OR Evidence of commitment to and aptitude for photography demonstrated through submission of work.

How you'll be assessed

60% coursework, 40% externally set assignment.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSurrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ