Clayesmore Sixth Form Prospectus Final

YEAR 12 Development of Coursework Portfolio You will produce a portfolio of work which will explore a variety of techniques and processes, whilst engaging with a variety of photographic genres. Students are also required to develop their contextual understanding in the form of artist studies and research. YEAR 13 Personal Investigation You will submit a major project based on a theme of your choice. This project has to be supported by an essay, which is relevant to the practical topic. The study (or essay) should consist of between 1500 and 3000 words and include images of relevant artworks. The External Assignment Candidates select one starting point from an early release question paper and have at least four weeks to plan and prepare. This is followed by a 15 hour controlled session, during which the students develop their project towards a final outcome. METHOD OFASSESSMENT Coursework - ‘Personal Investigation’ (60% of final mark) Non-ExamAssessment set and marked by the centre and moderated by the board during a visit to the centre. External Assignment (40% Final mark) Set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre in June. FURTHER INFORMATION Although students will be introduced to theoretical and contextual aspects of traditional processes, this course is digitally based. You will need your own DSLR camera and be keen to learn how to use it. A Level Photography is a two-year course and is structured to enable you to develop the skills and confidence to produce meaningful and personal projects. You will be supported and guided through your learning with the use of one-to-one tutorials and target setting. The course will offer you fantastic opportunities for individual creativity and independent thought. Emphasis is put on practical experience and skill development in digital capture and post-production. The course also requires candidates to develop a critical understanding of international art and culture; and you will consider the work of both contemporary and historically significant artists, gaining inspiration for your own work. This is achieved through the exploration of relevant photographers and artists, as well as through gallery trips. You will produce work in a range of photographic media, techniques and processes and reflect on developing ideas and technical skills. You will also need to demonstrate contextual and critical understanding in the form of artist studies and research. You will develop your sense of composition through an understanding of the elements essential to image making, developing a portfolio that should include at least two of the following areas of photography: portraiture, landscape (rural, urban or coastal), still-life, documentary and photojournalism, experimental imagery or photographic installation. Areas may be overlapped or combined. AQA, SPECIFICATION: 7206 - ART (PHOTOGRAPHY) PHOTOGRAPHY 33 CLAYESMORE | S I XTH FORM | PROS PECTUS 202 6 / 2 8 32 CLAYESMORE | S I XTH FORM | PROS PECTUS 202 6 / 2 8