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Photography A Level

at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time£2,581

What the college says

This two-year course will emphasise photography as a creative medium and will be taught primarily as a practical subject. You will learn the basic techniques, theories, principles and how to use photographic processes and equipment; incorporating studio, ICT and camera technique. This will enable you to create your own photographic imagery in response to a variety of exciting and stimulating projects. You will have the opportunity to explore the world of fashion, photo-journalism, advertising, social documentary and many other commercial applications of photography. This can lead to progression towards higher education in photography graphic design, web design, multi-media, video production and also into direct employment. The course provides the opportunity to extend further your techniques and understanding of software applications, with a critical awareness of other photographer’s work, through focused self-managed assignments. All 16-19-year olds on full-time programmes will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills, if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course, until they complete their studies. Those students who are interested in studying photography in a practical and creative environment. You should enjoy creative arts subjects and be able to grasp technical concepts. Access to photographic studios and darkrooms the option to loan digital and film cameras an

What you need to get on

Applicants should have five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

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

  • Farnham College

    Farnham College Morley Road, Farnham, GU9 8LU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Farnham

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