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BA (Hons) Photography

University of Westminster — London, United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Photography is a undergraduate Art & Design course at University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years, costs £19,000 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3 years · Full-time · Art & Design · £19,000 per year

Intakes: September

Our Photography BA offers a dynamic and comprehensive approach to the study of photography, combining creative exploration and technical expertise with critical thinking and professional skills. The course encourages you to develop a strong, individual creative voice by engaging with photography across a wide range of genres and practices, from fine art and documentary to fashion and commercial work. At the core of the course is an emphasis on developing both conceptual thinking and practical skills. You’ll explore the medium as a tool for storytelling, communication, and creative expression, while also gaining hands-on experience in industry-standard studios and darkrooms. Top reasons to study this course (from the course page): - Westminster is ranked 2nd in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027 for ‘Research Quality’ in Art and Design - Fantastic location – you'll enjoy all the benefits of studying at our Harrow Campus – just a 20-minute tube ride from Central London, a global hub for the media and cultural industries - Cutting-edge facilities: Our extensive photography and emerging media facilities provide you with everything you need to explore innovative practices, from cyanotypes to CGI - Develop your creative production skills – work across a range of photographic mediums to establish a critically engaged and self-reflective creative practice - Learn from high-profile experts in photography theory and practice, dedicated to photographic education - Photographic pioneers – we’ve been teaching photography at our institution since 1839 Campus: Harrow, North-West London Duration: 3 or 4 years Start dates: Full-time - September 2027 International tuition fee: £19,000 (Price per academic year). The university states annual fees stay the same throughout your studies. Careers (from the course page): Graduates from the Photography BA are equipped to play a vital role in the various photographic industries, having developed practical, conceptual and theoretical skills to become independent thinkers, adaptable and flexible in their skills and with a sound understanding of the industry, its conventions, histories and future opportunities. Source: University of Westminster course page.

Modules

• Constructing Photographs (Year 1, Core)
• Creativity and Collaboration (Year 1, Core)
• Expanded and Immersive Photography (Year 1, Core)
• Photography: Image and Idea (Year 1, Core)
• Fashion Photography and the Street (Year 1, Option)
• Photography in the Street: Documentary (Year 1, Option)
• Developing a Photographic Voice (Year 2, Core)
• The Self-Directed Brief (Year 2, Core)
• Work-Based and Placement Learning (Year 2, Core)
• CGI and Photography (Year 2, Option)
• Collaborative Practices (Year 2, Option)
• Photobooks, Magazines and Zines (Year 2, Option)
• The Networked Photograph (Year 2, Option)
• Videography (Year 2, Option)
• Photography Final Major Project (Year 3, Core)
• Photography Major Project Research (Year 3, Core)
• Research Project (Year 3, Core)
• Professional Futures (Year 3, Option)

Careers

• Art director
• Commercial photographer
• Digital content creator
• Digital marketing producer
• Magazine editor
• Media & advertising professional
• Museum and gallery curator
• Picture editor
• Picture researcher
• Photographic artist
• Photography retoucher
• Photojournalist
• Post-production
• Social media specialist
• Studio manager
• Teacher and lecturer
• Videographer