Art and Design (Photography)
Chichester College Group - West Sussex
01243786321
Westgate Fields, Chichester, PO19 1SB
Course summary

This popular course is for you if you are hard-working, highly motivated, and want to develop your photographic, observational, and analytical skills and increase your knowledge of this contemporary subject. In addition to photography, darkroom work, and digital image manipulation, you will spend a considerable amount of time planning, analyzing, evaluating, and writing work up in your sketchbooks. You are encouraged to respond to set themes in a creative and individual manner.

Entry requirements

You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 9 - 4 including English and evidence of your photography abilities. If you have not studied an art GCSE, you may still apply and may be given a photographic assignment to test your suitability for the course. At the interview, you are required to bring a portfolio/sketchbook of artwork with you. You will also be required to complete a GCSE to A Level Transition Project prior to enrolment.

How you'll be assessed

This is a two-year A Level where you are examined on the whole course at the end of the second year. Each project is assessed as a portfolio of work. This includes a personal investigation, practical work, and a personal study essay of 3000 words. To prepare for external exams, you will carry out a program of weekly tests, exam-style assessments, and Formal Progress Points where you will monitor your attendance, how hard you are working, and your academic progress. You will progress through a Year 1 Gateway that will allow you to progress to Year 2.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWestgate Fields, Chichester, PO19 1SB