Photography

Overview

In Key Stage 4, students follow the AQA GCSE syllabus for Art and Design (Photography) (8206). GCSE Photography is taught in ways that inspire and bring out the best in all students, whilst equipping them with the skills and knowledge to continue the subject with confidence at A-level and beyond. The flexibility of its design means we can tailor our course to your students’ interests and our department’s strengths and students have opportunities to work with camera based and post editing/manipulating skills, techniques and processes. This is a coursework based subject with a final practical externally set assignment of 10 hours.

Students are taught 5 hours per fortnight

Exam board and course

AQA Photography (8206)

Curriculum Content

Overview

Students who choose to opt for Photography in Year 12 will follow the AQA A Level Art and Design (Photography) specification (7206). In Year 12 students will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of photographic media, techniques and processes. The course provides opportunities to respond to a range of themes, concepts or ideas that includes the appreciation of viewpoint, composition, aperture, depth of field, shutter speed and movement and the appropriate use of the camera. They will further develop their practical skills and critical and contextual knowledge learned at GCSE. Development of skills and knowledge gained will support students' responses in Year 13 for their personal investigation unit. Students will plan and prepare for an externally set assignment in Year 13 to produce a practical piece in 15 hours. The course supports progression to further education in Photography and related subjects, as well as providing all students with a platform to inspire a lifelong interest in, and enjoyment of Photography.

Exam board and course

AQA A Level Art and Design (Photography) (7206)

Curriculum Content