Level 2 Photography
12PHO Course Description Entry RequirementsNo entry requirements.
Year 12 Photography
Designed for any student wanting to discover and develop their interest in Photography. This useful course develops skills and understanding of picture taking and composition. Students will study topics provided or choose ones they prefer to do themselves that interest them. The final achievement standard is assessed from a portfolio of work presented at the conclusion of the course. Cameras are available for student use.
The goal of this course is to develop skills in picture making techniques and for students to realise the personal potential they have for possible further study or career options.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Information
Assessment is entirely by portfolios of practical work.
Level 3 Art Design, Level 3 Art History, Level 3 Art Photography, Level 3 Art Printmaking
Career PathwaysAnimator/Digital Artist, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Advertising Specialist, Architectural Technician, Archivist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Beauty Therapist, Tailor/Dressmaker, Naval Architect, Tattoo Artist, Film/Television Camera Operator, Urban/Regional Planner, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Painter and Decorator, Industrial Designer, Conservator, Jeweller, Make-up Artist, Curator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Visual Merchandiser, Early Childhood Teacher, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Hairdresser/Barber, Primary School Teacher, Joiner, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Nanny/Child Carer, Photographer, Printer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Secondary School Teacher, Signmaker, Teacher Aide, User Experience Designer, Marketing Specialist
Contributions and Equipment$40 for materials. This includes the cost of one packet of photographic paper at $30 per packet.