BA(Hons) Press & Editorial Photography

... United Kingdom
... Falmouth University

Course Overview

On this fast-paced degree, you’ll learn to tell stories, expose truths, prompt emotion or provoke action via the news and media. 

Supported by our internationally renowned academic team and industry partners, you’ll learn to shoot with a clear purpose while gaining industry expertise and professional insight. Working in long-form documentary photography, news, sport and fashion, and immersive multimedia narrative, you’ll acquire the skills to tell meaningful stories in fresh and engaging ways.

You will:

  • Work like a professional photographer from the start while gaining valuable industry insight and technical know-how

  • Have full access to our state-of-the-art educational photographic facility, which includes the latest camera equipment, studios and post-production technology

  • Benefit from a programme of visiting lecturers and industry mentors

  • Enjoy opportunities for local, national and international work placements

  • Have the chance to take part in local and international study trips to places including London and New York

  • Develop essential skills in creative problem-solving and collaboration, and an understanding of photographic law, ethics and human rights

General Eligibility

We consider all applications on their merit and potential. We invite all applicants to an interview day or audition to allow them to demonstrate this, along with what inspires and motivates them in their field. Applicants can also show their portfolio or perform, depending on the course. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or the humanities.  

Course route Entry requirements
BA/BSc(Hons) three-year degree 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree
with placement year 104 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree
with Integrated Foundation Year 80 – 120 UCAS Tariff points

UCAS Tariff points will primarily be from Level 3 qualifications such as but not limited to A-levels, T Levels, a BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma.

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • For applicants whose first language is English, we require you to have or be working towards GCSE English Language Grade 4 (C) or equivalent.

    If English is not your first language, you must meet the standard equivalent to the IELTS Academic 6.0 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. In addition, we accepted a range of in-country equivalencies and approved tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism


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Campus Name

Penryn


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time,3 years, Placement year,4 years


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Available Intake

January, September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

UK:£9,250 per year, EU/international:£17,460 per year, Per placement year:£1,850,


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