Photography A Level

Course Code
Photography A Level
Course Type
Course Duration
AS 1 year, A2 1 year
Location
Cadbury College
Start Date
1 September, 2025
Student taking photo with teacher supervision

A Level Photography is ideal for creative, curious, and visually minded students who enjoy exploring ideas, telling stories through images, and using digital technology. Whether you’re aiming for a career in art, design, media, or simply want to balance your academic studies with a creative subject, this course gives you the chance to experiment, reflect, and express your perspective on the world.

Photography supports a wide range of interests—from visual arts and fashion to social commentary, psychology, or digital media. You’ll learn key technical skills like camera work, lighting, and editing, while also developing your own creative voice and critical thinking.

This course works well alongside subjects like Art & Design, Media Studies, English Literature, Psychology, Sociology, History, Computer Science, or the sciences—offering a flexible, enriching option for a wide variety of academic and career pathways.

You will experiment with both  digital and analogue photography techniques including lighting, camera skills and digital manipulation.

Facilities:

Our excellent facilities include three teaching rooms:

  • A fully featured digital focused classroom including full suites of computers and digital cameras with Adobe apps free for all students to use at home.
  • A well equipped digital studio including an infinity cove and professional quality flash lighting.
  • A full analogue darkroom with supplies for many alternative printing techniques

To study an A Level students are required to achieve a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths & English, with at least two at a grade 6. For Photography, you will also need to achieve a minimum a grade 5 at GCSE in Art or Photography or a Distinction in BTEC Art & Design.

Students on this course get the opportunity to go to residential trips to locations of artistic importance – 2024 was a three-day excursion to London visiting Tate Modern and the Photographer’s Gallery.

At Cadbury College, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our diverse and inclusive enrichment programme offers a wide range of activities designed to help you explore your interests, build confidence, and develop valuable skills for university and the workplace.

From creative and academic clubs to sports, volunteering, and leadership opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include:

  • High Achievers Programme – Support for high-achieving students applying to top universities.

  • Envision – A chance to develop employability skills by tackling real-life social issues.

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award – Take on the challenge of the prestigious Silver or Gold Award.

  • Medicine Society – Specialist guidance for aspiring medical students, in partnership with local universities.

  • Five-a-Side Football or Basketball – Join Cadbury’s own league and enjoy competitive, inclusive football or basketball with friends.

  • Bar Mock Trial – Step into the courtroom and compete nationally in this programme for future legal professionals.

Whatever your passion, enrichment at Cadbury College gives you the chance to grow, connect, and make the most of your time here.

AS Level – Coursework submission by sketchbook at Easter

A2 – Major personal investigation presented in February + a 15 hour timed exam responding to a brief set externally by Edina’s

A Level Photography is not just an academic course, but also a launchpad into a wide variety of creative industries, offering real-world skills that employers value.

Higher Education
Many students progress to degrees in Photography, Film, Media, or Visual Communication, leading to careers as photographers, art directors, photojournalists, cinematographers, editors, and brand content creators.

Employment
With a strong portfolio, students can go straight into freelance or assistant roles in areas like portrait, fashion, product, or wedding photography.

Creative & Transferable Careers
The skills gained—like project planning, digital editing, and visual communication—are valuable in creative fields such as publishing, retail branding, visual merchandising, and marketing.

Digital Content & Social Media
Ideal for those interested in creating content for websites and social platforms, using photography, video, and editing tools like Photoshop and Lightroom.

Gallery & Museum Work
Photography students often thrive in arts venues, helping with exhibitions, curation, visitor engagement, and marketing.

Visual Careers
A strong portfolio and creative thinking are also assets in related areas such as advertising, product design, architecture, interior design, and event planning.

Course Details

Exam Board
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