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Advanced GCE in Art and Design - Photography

at St Peter'S School, Huntingdon · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The word photograph was coined in 1839 by Sir John Herschel and is based on the Greek words ‘phos’, meaning ‘light’, and ‘graphê’, meaning ‘drawing’ – so ‘drawing with light. Photography has been used by artists to record, document, manipulate and present examples of everyday life, in ordinary and extraordinary circumstances. It has also been used as the vehicle for artistic expression, communicating personal ideas about the world around us. Different styles of photography can be used by an artist, for instance documentary photography which is used to make a straightforward and accurate representation of people, places, objects and events is a vital way to illustrate world events. Some artists see the camera as a tool for social change, using it to shed light on injustice, inequality and those side-lined in society. Conceptual photography is photography that illustrates an idea; artists have used it as a means to stage a false reality, or capture an idea. In contrast, subjective photography explores the inner psyche and human condition rather than reflecting the outside world. On the A level Photography course there would be the freedom to explore various photographic styles to communicate your thoughts, ideas and impression of a range of subject matter. You would use photography to explore the visual elements of art to develop your confidence, competence, imagination and creativity. Any art based subject provides you with valuable opportunities to develop your experimental,

What you need to get on

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Art & Design or another creative subject where a portfolio of practical evidence is available to show to the Art Department for consideration.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • St Peter's School

    ST. PETERS ROAD, HUNTINGDON, PE29 7DD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · HUNTINGDON

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