Photography Level 3

This Photography level 3 course provides a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of photographic process and other design related disciplines. The programme has an emphasis on creative thinking, developing skills and ideas, and preparing you for progression into higher education or the design industry.

Modules include digital, darkroom and studio photography, graphic design, moving image, printmaking and art history. Methods of study include studio and workshop activities, tutorials and portfolio reviews. Optional study visits are arranged throughout the course. Assessment is through coursework using sketchbooks and digital platforms.

Units include:

• Digital and darkroom photography
• Advertising
• Moving image
• Film/animation
• Information graphics
• Film set design
• Contextual studies (current and historical issues in art and design, professional practice)

Students will also undertake an additional specialist short course in graphics/ advertising to further creative development.

This course is most suited for people aged 16-18 and may also meet the needs of mature students up to 25 years.

Four GCSEs, including English language at grade C/4 or above, or a BTEC Level 2 Diploma at merit level overall (with Merits in all core units), or equivalent

All students will be required to present a recently completed portfolio of photographic work at interview

• UAL Level 3 Diploma
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma

You will learn through studio and workshop activities, tutorials and portfolio reviews. Optional study visits are arranged throughout the course – recent destinations have included New York, Barcelona and Amsterdam. Every year students stage a public exhibition.

You will be assessed through coursework.

Progress into careers including graphic design, animation, media graphics and web design.

Progress on to undergraduate courses such as digital photography, film design, advertising, animation, multimedia. Below is a list of recent examples of degree courses and universities which students from this course have progressed onto:

• Resources fee
• An Art Starter Kit containing some basic equipment you may find useful for your course is available to purchase through the College Shop.