NCEA L3 Photography
PHT3 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs D. Cave-Higgins.
Recommended Prior LearningThis is an open entry course. However, experience in Photography or another Visual Arts subject at Level 2 is a definite advantage.
Level 3 Photography - PHT3
University Entrance and List A approved
Introduction to the course includes the development of skills in photography and art thinking. Students are encouraged to draw from their environment and make artworks recognizing the conventions used in photographic practice. Use of studio lighting, time lapse and various indoor and outdoor photoshoots is expected.
All standards are designed to develop further skills and understanding which ultimately lead towards the 14 credit portfolio.
The 14 credit, 3 panel folio will be produced by those who are choose PHT3. The planning and successful production of this external folio will allow for 'course endorsement'.
With teacher guidance, every student will produce their own range of ideas and artworks. It will generally reflect their interests and aspirations.
Each folio is unique and the student programme is personalized to the suit the individual. It is their ideas and conceptual journey which must be supported by the kaiako / teacher.
Level 3 - Student researching and developing ideas in his workbook
Scholarship, an exam beyond Level 3, is available in this discipline; Photography. Students will 'opt in' and gain regular support and guidance. This is available for anyone who is keen to do what it takes to succeed in a Visual Arts Scholarship submission. We have had many Excellences, Scholarships and Outstanding Scholarships over the recent years. The 'exam' is completed concurrently with the Level 3 years work. Essentially all the gathered workbook information is distilled down to eight A3 pages of inter-connected essence which are submitted in November. (an example page is below)
Course Overview
Term 1
All standards build the understanding needed for completion of the External submission - Level 3 PHOTOGRAPHY portfolio (14 credits).
These two standards will be completed late in Term 1 or early in Term 2.
A.S.91442 - 3.1 - Internal - 4 credits
A.S.91447 - 3.2 - Internal - 4 credits
Term 2
These two standards will be completed late in Term 1 or early in Term 2.
A.S.91442 - 3.1 - Internal - 4 credits
A.S.91447 - 3.2 - Internal - 4 credits
These two standards will start in Term 2 and run parallel with each other. They are both due for completion in Term 4, Week 2.
A.S.91452 - 3.3 - Internal - 4 credits
A.S.91457 - 3.4 - External - 14 credits
Term 3
These two standards run parallel with each other. They are both due for completion in Term 4, Week 2.
A.S.91452 - 3.3 - Internal - 4 credits
A.S.91457 - 3.4 - External - 14 credits - This is a 3 panel portfolio
Students must successfully complete the 14-credit folio (3.4) to enable course endorsement.
Term 4
These two standards are both due for completion in Term 4, Week 2.
A.S.91452 - 3.3 - Internal - 4 credits
A.S.91457 - 3.4 - External - 14 credits - This is a 3 panel portfolio
Students must successfully complete the 14-credit folio (3.4) to enable course endorsement.
Semester A
Level 3 PHOTOGRAPHY (PHT3) – A total of 26 credits are available in this course.
12 credits are available from 3 internal standards and 14 credits from the external portfolio.
3.1 - A.S.91442 - Internal - 4 credits
3.2 - A.S.91447 - Internal - 4 credits
3.3 - A.S.91452 - Internal - 4 credits
3.4 - A.S.91457 - External - 14 credits (Portfolio submission) - Successful completion of the 14 credit External portfolio enables course endorsement OR completion of all Internal standards.
Year 13 (NCEA Level 3), Arts - Mātauranga Toi
Pathway
NCEA L2 Design, NCEA L2 Painting, NCEA L2 Photography
Students in Level 3 may choose to take more than one Level 3 Visual Arts course. This Level 3 course is List A and UE Approved. It is an excellent option for anyone considering a career in any design or art course. Many of the other knowledge gained through this subject, including the high order thinking skills, are desirable and transferrable at tertiary level.
Career PathwaysAnimator/Digital Artist, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Aeroplane Pilot, Artist, Tattoo Artist, Film/Television Camera Operator, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Jeweller, Curator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Visual Merchandiser, Early Childhood Teacher, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Lighting Technician, Nanny/Child Carer, Photographer, Signmaker, Valuer, Garment Technician
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryContribution to the take-home components of this course are expected. This will include the materials associated with the folio including specialist papers, printing inks and other folio production costs.