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A-Level Digital Media & Design
Examination Structure The subject content allows space for teaching and learning to be creative. It is grouped into three broad areas of study:
• Digital photography • Moving image • Mobile and multimedia applications.
You do not have to cover all three areas of study to deliver this qualification. You can structure a course around a single area of study or you can create a course which includes a combination of two or three areas of study.
Exam Duration
Component
Assessment Method
Weight
Candidates choose a theme from the list in the syllabus. There are two elements to the portfolio: • supporting studies and • a proposal Externally assessed Candidates choose one assignment from the question paper. There are two elements to the assignment: • supporting studies and • a final outcome, produced during a supervised test of 10 hours’ total duration This is a practical component supported by written work. Candidates research a topic or theme of their choice. There are two elements to the investigation: • A final practical outcome and • Written analysis (1000–1500 words)
Component 1: Portfolio 100 Marks
50% of the AS Level 25% of the A Level
N/A
Component 2: Externally Set Assignment 100 Marks
50% of the AS Level 25% of the A Level
10 hours
Component 2: Personal Investigation 100 Marks
50% of the A Level
N/A
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