A Level Art & Photography

A Level Art/ Photography is taught over two years and divided into 2 components - a coursework portfolio and an externally set task (the exam). This two-year course helps you build your artistic voice through a variety of exciting themes. Because the programme is fully adaptable, you can focus on what you love most—whether that is painting, pottery, or design. As you progress, you will take the reins of your own projects, finding creative ways to source materials and share your message through different media. You will also dive into drawing, exploring a massive range of techniques, styles, and tools along the way.

There are two units of work to complete each year. In Year 13 these are ‘Component 1: Personal Investigation’ and ‘Component 2: Externally Set Assignment’. During the Personal Investigation you are required to conduct a practical investigation into an idea, issue, concept or theme supported by written material (between 1000-3000 words). The Externally Set Assignment is published by OCR in February of each year, and following a preparatory period of work you will undergo a 15- hour (3 day) supervised exam, during which you will culminate your investigation.

The coursework portfolio counts for 60% of their final GCSE grade and the exam counts for 40% of their final GCSE grade. Gemma Lane is a registered tutor with 3A tutors . The students will receive their exam paper during the second year of the course on 1st February and will have between 10-12 weeks to respond to an exam theme before sitting the exam at the end of March/beginning of April.

Students completing A Level Art/Photography will need to attend 1 x 1.5 hour in person lesson a week and 1 x one hour online lessons a week. This is recommended to keep in line with what students are receiving in mainstream. However we can tailor the sessions to the needs of the student and parent.

The exam board is with OCR, the exam itself will be held at 3A Tutors in Bristol and lessons will be held at Gemma Lane’s home in North Somerset or if with Bristol Stream Hub, one lesson online and one lesson in person termly venue to be confirmed in Bristol.

Individual Fees:

Online one hour = £35 per person

In person lesson = £67.50 (minimum 1.5 hours required)

Exam fees

Exam costs include 15 hour exam, marking, moderation, invigilation, room hire and entry fees = £1599