Samuel Ward Academy

Photography

If you have vision, are creative, self-motivated and love photography, then this would be an excellent course for you to develop your skills towards a professional level. The digital world is developing at such a rapid rate, with images at the forefront of everything. This course enables students to learn how to create this content professionally. It is an incredibly exciting time to study the subject, whether focussed on documentary, commercial or artistic in terms of style. The combination of creative brief, small group work, computer editing and on shoot location provides a great balance to the course, enabling the development of a variety of roles and skills. 

Leading to careers in:

A-level Photography can support a huge number of career paths. This can include film, graphics, advertising, marketing, fashion, illustration, fine art and web design. Specific careers in photography could involve portrait, photo-journalism, scientific, editorial, fashion, sports photography, publicity and freelance work. The creativity and independent idea development will also support a wide range of careers. 

Are you interested in:

  • Using a 35mm film camera and digital SLR?
  • Using a darkroom?
  • Photoshop digital skills?
  • Studio lighting and photography on location?

Additional entry requirements:

None

Course details:

AQA A-level Photography