Art & Design (Photography) AS Level

Subject : Photography | Course Code 9003697 | Print Version

Course Overview

YOU DO NOT NEED TO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE.

PLEASE CALL COURSE ENQUIRIES ON 01695 52300 FOR ENROLMENT DETAILS.

The course is intended for those who wish to explore Photography as a means of artistic expression. You will study the work of other photographers and artists and use this to inspire and influence your own work. You will also learn about the theory of photography and will put this knowledge into practice on location, in the studio, darkroom and digital darkroom.

Start Date Duration Venue
06 September 2011 30 weeks, Tuesday 9.30am to 3pm Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX

Who The Course is for

The course is intended for those who wish to explore Photography as a means of artistic expression. You will study the work of other photographers and artists and use this to inspire and influence your own work. You will also learn about the theory of photography and will put this knowledge into practice on location, in the studio, darkroom and digital darkroom.

Course Content

You will study the following units:
Unit 1 A portfolio of personal coursework
Unit 2 An externally set photographic assignment

Topics covered include:
> Camera techniques
> Black and White film developing and printing
> Darkroom techniques
> Digital Photography
> Adobe Photoshop
> Research into the context and history of Photography
> Finishing techniques

Entry Requirements

GCSE at Grade ‘C’ or above in an art related subject or. Students who have been out of full time education for more than two years will be considered based on previous learning or experience and a portfolio of photographic work.

West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Learning & Assessment Methods

You will be assessed throughout the year on your project work:
Unit1: Coursework 50% of the total mark
Unit 2: Externally set assignment 50% of the total mark.

Qualifications Gained

AS Art & Design (Photography) with the opportunity to return the following year to complete the full A Level Photography qualification.

Progression Opportunities

Progression onto year two of the A Level (3 hours per week for 30 weeks), or onto a BTEC National Diploma in Photography or Art & Design (full time programmes, typically four days a week).

Career Opportunities

There are a multitude of careers where an A level in Photography is desirable. For example, you could work in one of a number of arts-based and creative fields, involving working as a Freelance or Corporate Photographer, working in publishing or production as well as in the fashion or film industry

Course Costs

If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you are 19 or over please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact the Learner Zone (see contact details below) who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.

How to Apply

Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.

Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:

In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
                

By Phone: (01695) 52300

By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR

Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.