I have just passed my Sixth Form application process for September, for this course.
A-Level photography involves research into the making of photography, where it all came from and the development. Film is used a lot during the course, however it also incorporates digital. There is a lot of coursework based areas, in which you are required to go off and take photos.
I would take it, as it sounds very interesting. I am an experienced photographer now with a rapidly growing kit, however I have been drawn to the course as it will expand my history knowledge in photography, as well as my film understanding - It will also give me a chance to use the old OM10.