This intensive 4 semester program is intended for applicants with a strong interest in photography and image creation. Successful applicants will have a basic knowledge of photography and must demonstrate an understanding of imaging fundamentals. They will build a strong portfolio of photographic and illustrated images for a wide range of practical business applications. Along with artistic and technical skills, students will learn business and entrepreneurial skills. Students will work primarily in the digital realm of photography and imaging. Students will be required to purchase a minumum of photography/imaging equipment.

With the majority of images being captured, viewed and distributed digitally around the globe, digital photography has become an influential tool in modern communication. Technological advances and the changes in working practices have had an enormous impact on the face of the industry allowing the individual greater creativity.

The course will focus on the latest developments in digital imaging and also aims to develop the critical tools for thinking about the role of photography within contemporary media. You will develop your skills with both analogue and digital capture, production, post production, promotion and distribution.

In collaboration with enterprise partners both inside the university and beyond, you will
contribute to a ‘stock image’ digital library which promotes and sells the work of students. This course prepares you for your future career and provides a live professional environment from your very first day at university.

We will encourage you to explore this rapidly expanding industry and equip you with the entrepreneurial skills required to build your own successful photographic business.