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GCE A Level in Photography

at Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School, Hessle · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You Will Study This course will give you a rounded exposure to the different aspects of digital photography, allowing you to produce personalised work and display your abilities in a variety of disiplines. You will complete the following: Personal Investigation - You will produce two elements A portfolio of practical work starting from a brief/scenario. A related study (minimum 1000 words) Externally Set Task - An extended response You will be given a number of themes, each with a range of written and visual starting points, briefs and stimuli Assessment 100% Internal Assessment. Future Opportunities Studying photography at this level is the natural route if you wish to embark on a career/degree opportunity in the visual arts or related sectors. It is also suited to students who have an interest in visual communications and media studies.

What you need to get on

GCSE English (5), GCSE Maths (4)

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

  • Hessle High School and Sixth Form College

    Tranby House Heads Lane, Hessle, HU13 0JQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hessle

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