A Level Photography - Lens and Light-Based Media - AS and A Levels Full-time (FE)

A Level Photography - Lens and Light-Based Media AS and A Levels Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Leamington 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 2Year(s) Rugby 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 1Year(s) What will I study?

Examine the world around you and explore your creativity!

Photography has changed more in the last ten years than at any other point in its 200 year history. Taking photographs is now at our fingertips most of the time, and it is easy to make your images viewable by thousands at the push of a button.  But what is it that makes a great image?

Through this course you will develop photography skills, practices and techniques. You will explore the creative process to improve your ability to interpret and convey ideas effectively using photographic imagery. Whilst creating your own images is central to this course, you will also explore the place photography has in history and in today’s society. This knowledge will help inspire you and develop your own creativity.

What modules are covered?

Students will be studying silver based and digital photography. In particular, the aims of the qualification in A Level Photography are to develop:
· Creative approaches which go beyond mere observation and recording.
· How to record in a personal way experiences, ideas, information and insights appropriate to intentions.
· Analyse and critically evaluate photographic images, demonstrating an understanding of purposes, meanings and contexts.
· Use photography to develop ideas through sustained investigations and explorations.
· Demonstrate an understanding of continuity and change in photography in different genres, styles and traditions.
· The basis of digital photography, including pixel and digital processing.
· The use of light, viewpoint, composition, focus, shutter speed and exposure in photography.
· Demonstrate an ability to go beyond the traditional flat print by using a variety of techniques and settings; these may include digital development, montage, printing onto/incorporating other materials/media/ 3D constructions, installations and work presented as visual essays, for example a book may be produced.

What qualifications will I get?

As and A Level

How will I be assessed?

AS Level: Coursework 60%Externally set assignment 40%
A2 Level: Coursework - practical work and personal study 60%Externally set assignment 40%

Coursework:
Each coursework unit is internally assessed according to a given assessment matrix. The time allocated to the coursework units reflects their relative weighting in the qualification. Throughout each unit students have the opportunity for weekly reviews to ensure they are meeting the Assessment Objectives.

Externally set assignment:
A question paper will be given to you towards the end of the first and second year of the course, which will provide you with a choice of questions. This will represent the culmination of your work so far. Students will provide preparatory studies investigating their chosen exam question and then sit an exam where they will create a finished piece.

AS – 15 hour exam
A2 – 15 hour exam

What is the entry process?

Please apply online or alternatively you are able to collect an application form for completion. Following receipt of application an invite for you to attend a formal interview will be issued.

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 2

Five grade C GCSEs or above including English/English Language, Maths and a Design or Photography GCSE at C or above.  

Students who have not achieved a Design or Photography GCSE are required to provide a portfolio of photographs as evidence consisting of a selection of 8 images/ photographs, printed to at least 5" x 7".

Offers subject to a satisfactory School Report. 

What else do I need to know?

Awarding body - Edexcel

English and Maths

English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

What can I do after this course?

On successful completion of the AS level you would normally progress on to the A2 level programme.

On successful completion of the A2 course you would normally use the UCAS points from this to add to those from study on other A level programmes to apply for an HE course.

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowCourse code

WC33932

Fees

Course tuition fees are free for UK students under 19yrs.

All students may be charged for materials e.g. equipment, clothing etc.

UK students aged 19 and over will need to pay tuition fees as well as any materials, registration and exam fees.Some adults may be eligible for free tuition.Please contact us for more fee information.

The 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

If you are 24 or over at start of this course, you can apply for a new loan to cover the course fees. There are no repayments until the course is completed and you are earning £21000 or more. Therefore if you earn up to £21000 a year there’s nothing to pay back. If you earn £22000 a year your loan repayments would be as little as £7 per month. Call us for more information.

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

window.$zopim||(function(d,s){var z=$zopim=function(c){z._.push(c)},$=z.s=d.createElement(s),e=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];z.set=function(o){z.set._.push(o)};z._=[];z.set._=[];$.async=!0;$.setAttribute("charset","utf-8");$.src="//v2.zopim.com/?3I38BUFtlKzn6wbbm7pOX5Ng72AoX17B";z.t=+new Date;$.type="text/javascript";e.parentNode.insertBefore($,e)})(document,"script"); We are one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council – meaning our higher education quality and standards are equal to any university.As one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK, with six unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students. Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council – meaning our higher education quality and standards are equal to any university.