GCE A Level in Art and Design
at The Whitby High School, Ellesmere Port · school or sixth form
What the college says
Learners should be able to explore, research and acquire techniques and develop their skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of photographic media. Learners should explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to traditional and/or digital photography.
What you need to get on
4+ in GCSE Photography or Art. Photography experience desired.
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
The Whitby High School
Sycamore Drive Whitby, Ellesmere Port, CH66 2NU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Ellesmere Port
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