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Photography (GCEA)

at Newlands Girls' School, Maidenhead · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level22 monthsFull time

What the college says

What will I learn on this course? In year 12 students undertake a programme of integrated practical, critical and theoretical study using a variety of processes and students produce critical/contextual work in one or more areas of study, for example portraiture, landscape photography, still - life photography, documentary photography and photojournalism. Students explore manipulating image through darkroom practice, Photoshop and physical manipulation. In year 13 students will study Component 1 and will undertake further practical investigations, evidencing critical and contextual understanding whilst creating new, innovative ways of processing a photograph using a range of techniques. Component 2 is an independent extended project linked to your interests and technical development. This includes a 1000 - 3000 word written reflection.

What you need to get on

Course requirements. As entry to the course, you need to have achieved grade 4 in English and Maths .You must produce a mini-portfolio of work and have a keen interest in this subject.

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

  • Newlands Girls' School

    Farm Road, Maidenhead, SL6 5JB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Maidenhead

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