GCE A Level in Art and Design (Photography)
at Hammersmith Academy, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
A-Level Photography is an exciting opportunity to develop your creative skills and learn how to communicate visually through the medium of photography. You will explore a range of photographic techniques and genres, from portraiture to landscape to documentary photography. Additionally, you will learn how to use a camera and its controls effectively, compose and light your shots, edit and process your images, and develop your own personal style and vision as a photographer. You will also learn how to edit and present your work in a professional way, through building a portfolio and online website.
What you need to get on
Eight or more GCSEs at grades 9-4. No prior subject-specific knowledge is required.
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
Hammersmith Academy
25, Cathnor Road, London, W12 9JD
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Start dates
- 8 September 2026 · London
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