Subject Title: Photography
Level : 3
BTEC or AS/ A2 levels: AS/ A2
Grade ranges: A-E
Exam Board: AQA
Method of assessment:
Length of course: 2 years
Information about the course to include units covered
This A-level requires students to choose one endorsement for study throughout AS and A2.
This specification is available for assessment in June.
Unit 1 –Coursework Portfolio
50% of AS, 25% of A-level
No time limit
80 marks
Portfolio of work set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA
Available in June only
Unit 2 – AS Externally Set Assignment
50% of AS, 25% of A-level
Supervised time 5 hours
80 marks
Portfolio of work set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA
Available in June only
Unit 3 –A2 Personal Investigation
25% of A-level
No time limit
80 marks
Personal investigation supported by written element of 1000-3000 words, set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA
Available in June only
Unit 4 – A2 Externally Set Assignment
25% of A-level
Supervised time 15 hours
80 marks
Work produced will be marked by the centre and moderated by AQA
Available in June only