Level Two Art Photography
Level
NCEA Level 2 with Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
Nil but preference is given to students who have achieved at least 13 credits in L1 Art. This is approached from an Art perspective and is not intended as a hobby pursuit.
As there are significant costs related to this course, a separate letter of agreement must be signed by parents/caregivers before entry to the course is allowed. These letters are available from the Art department or school office.
Cost
$130 plus students need to purchase their own paper and film through the bursar or pay for digital processing.
The cost for printing and paper varies according to the number of prints required.
Some students choose to get their high quality images printed commercially at their own expense.
Course Outline
As per the assessment statement below
Assessment
Internals
AS 91312 - Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography - 4 credits
AS 91317 - Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established photography - 4 credits
Externals
AS 91322 - Produce a systematic body of work that shows understanding of Art making conventions and ideas within photography - 12 credits
Where Does It Lead
Entry into Art school in Polytechnic and University courses.
A useful skill to take into the marketplace