Photography - A Level (Eduqas)

A Level Photography will help you develop a sense of what makes an effective image and understand the historical development of the photograph, its impact on society and our understanding of ourselves. You will research and write coherent analyses, demonstrating consideration and imagination in your own work.

This course is available for international students, if you are applying as an international student please click here.

Topics covered can include:

• Photographing people
• Photographing places
• Still-life photography
• Documentary photography
• Photojournalism
• Experimental imagery
• Photographic installation
• Fashion photography
• Digital imaging

You will need to meet the minimum entry criteria, plus: 

• Art and Design (or related subject) or a portfolio assessment if you do not have Art and Design GCSE or equivalent

For help and advice on building your portfolio, visit our guide?on building your portfolio of work.

Please click here to see the minimum entry requirements.

Assessment takes place regularly on the course to provide feedback to develop your visual artwork and written components. The course contains two assessed component - a personal investigation portfolio and an externally set assignment. 

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

A Levels are widely regarded as the standard entry qualification for top universities in the UK, and the rest of the world. Many of our students go on to study for a degree at the university of their choice, with some choosing to progress into apprenticeships or other employment.