Level 3 Extended Diploma in Photography  Level 3 Extended Diploma in Photography Wakefield College ../webroot/files/QualificationSubSubjectAreas/cover_photo/1537440422Photography.jpg

What you will study The course is made up of 18 units - five core units then a range of specialist units that Wakefield College have selected to give you the best possible basis on which to develop a photographic career. These specialist units enable you to study particular aspects of photography in greater depth. We vision your future to be a digital one, as the majority of image-makers use this technology, however, darkroom or "wet" photography forms a fundamental pathway for those who would wish to work in this media. The course content is as follows:- Core Units:- - Visual Recording in Art and Design - Materials, Techniques and Processes in Art and Design - Ideas and Concepts in Art and Design - Visual Communication in Art and Design - Contextual Influences in Art and Design Specialist Units may include:- - Darkroom Practice - Studio Photography - Lens-Based Image Making - Location Photography - Image Manipulation Using Computer Applications - Photographic Media, Techniques and Technology - Specialist Location Photography - Experimental Imagery in Photography - Specialist Studio Techniques - Design Principles in Art & Design - Applications, Exploration and Realisation in Art & Design - Personal and Professional Development in Art & Design Maths and English are key elements of any full-time programme of study in College. You will need a GCSE at grade A*-C in these subjects. Skills in Maths and English will support your full-time course, assisting you with assignment writing, research, job applications, presentations, managing your own finances and interpretation of data, to mention just a few. They will also help you in the future. Most employers are looking for ability in these areas and the majority of university courses require you to have Maths and English GCSEs at A*-C. This is why Maths and English are so important, whatever your field of study. Your Course Structure Classroom - 30%; Practical - 70% (including residential and educational visits to galleries and museums) How you will learn Delivery of the units will be via both classroom based lectures and practical "hands-on" tuition, together with an equal amount of time for you to work independently and explore image making and techniques in capture, process and manipulation. There will be assignments to complete with individual deadlines and you will receive tuition to enable you to understand the requirements of the tasks.

Five GCSEs at grade A*-C including English Language, plus an art, design or technical subject. Alternatively an appropriate Level 2 Diploma at Merit plus Level 2 in English. You will need to provide a portfolio of visual work.

You will be assessed by your tutors and an external examiner each time you complete a unit at regular intervals throughout the programme.