Art
A’ Level Photography
Students opting for these subjects in the Sixth Form take OCR AS and may progress to A2. The courses are intended to meet the needs of A’ Level students who wish to pursue further studies in Art and Design or careers in which a background knowledge of these disciplines is relevant.
Potential students should be aware of the demands of a course of this nature. They will be expected to show independence both in studio practice and sustained and regular self-directed study. Success at A’ Level always requires considerable initiative and commitment.
AS Scheme of Assessment
At AS Units 1 and 2 comprise 50% of the assessment weighting for the full A’ Level.
Specification Units
Unit
|
Level
|
Name
|
Duration
|
|
| 1 |
AS |
Coursework Portfolio |
60% |
60% |
| 2 |
AS |
Controlled Assignment |
40% |
40% |
Specification Content
At AS candidates may either follow a broad unendorsed course or a more specialised endorsed programme. Endorsements carry the same title as the individual areas of study.
Coursework Requirements
Candidates are expected to present for assessment a portfolio, which demonstrates originality of thought, ability to experiment and research thoroughly and a clear understanding of the creative process.
A2 Scheme of Assessment
At A2 Units 3 and 4 comprise 50% of the assessment weighting for the full A’ Level.
Specification Units
Unit
|
Level
|
Name
|
Duration
|
|
| 3 |
A2 |
Personal Investigation |
- |
60% |
| 4 |
A2 |
Controlled Assignemtn |
15 Hours |
40% |
Specification Content
At A2 candidates continue with the broad unendorsed course or specialised endorsed programme undertaken at AS.
Coursework Requirements
Candidates are expected to present for assessment a portfolio, which demonstrates accomplished practice supported by an integrated personal study