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Photography A Level

at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Photography combines technical instruction and creative freedom. Whether you’re interested in digital photography or traditional darkroom-based work, you’ll receive expert support and tuition. This is an ideal subject for students wishing to follow a path into film, media, the arts and photography-related areas. Photography is regarded as a cross-curricular subject and is accepted by universities and colleges as a discipline showing wide-ranging ability.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above, including English. One creative GCSE such as Art & Design or Art Technology would be helpful, but not essential. Mature students may apply with a portfolio of work 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

  • Ludlow Sixth Form College

    Castle Square, Ludlow, SY8 1GD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Ludlow

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