BA (Hons) Photography

You will need a minimum of 64 UCAS points from one or more of the following:

• A Levels 
• T Levels
• BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma
• Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4)
• Or equivalent EU/International qualifications such as International Baccalaureate Diploma
• Plus English GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*-C)

This list is not exhaustive other qualifications may be considered. Entry to this course will also be determined by the quality of your application looking primarily at your portfolio/showreel of work, personal statement and reference. 

Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases. The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence.

Contact hours: 13 hours per week plus independent study (suggested 30 hours per week).

You will use industry-standard equipment including darkrooms and photographic studios with professional software and be introduced to a wide range of camera and lighting equipment.

All assessment on the BA (Hons) Photography is via coursework; there are no exams.

Coursework is assessed in a range of different ways to accommodate a variety of learning styles and aptitudes. 

You will receive:

• Ongoing feedback as part of your one-to-one sessions with your unit teachers
• Summative feedback on all formal assessments undertaken by coursework

Feedback is intended to help you learn and you are encouraged to discuss it with your unit leader. Feedback can be given in a variety of ways to accommodate different learning styles and aptitudes including group critiques, recorded verbal feedback and written feedback.

The cost of this course is £9,790 for 2027 entry and funding is available via Student Loans England.

Graduates have gone on to careers in:

• Photography
• Videography and wider creative industries

Some graduates choose to continue to master's study. The course helps you build a strong professional portfolio and develop the practical skills valued by employers.

3 years

Full Time

Part Time