BA (Hons) Photography (Top-up)

... United Kingdom
... Solent University

Course Overview

Throughout the course, you will be supported to develop your creative, imaginative and critical abilities – skills that are essential in a creative career. You’ll also explore a range of photographic subjects and will embed photographic skills through dynamic projects.

Solent’s experienced teaching team will guide you in creating a rich and varied professional portfolio and will ensure that you have the creative freedom to make a portfolio that best represents your own unique style, while at the same time demonstrating that you are a competent, adaptable and employable practitioner.

Regular course lectures are supported by a programme of industry guest speakers, which in the past have included appearances from Richard Billingham, Catherine Yass, Charlotte Cotton, Ori Gersht, Brian Dillon, Peter Fraser, Dan Holdsworth, Chrystel Lebas, Jeremy Millar, Sophy Rickett, Margaret Salmon and Tom Hunter.

Your studies will take place in the multi-million pound Media Academy – featuring state-of-the-art teaching and photography facilities including digital and analogue studio spaces. You will also learn in the Photography Base Room – a dedicated, flexible teaching space.

Think a career as a photographer might be for you? With first-class facilities and a unique emphasis on freelance work, Solent University’s photography programme is a great first step towards your dream career

General Eligibility

Relevant HND/Foundation Degree pass with Merit Overall (55 per cent)

  • or 240 CATS points from a relevant three-year degree

  • UK applicants are required to attend a portfolio viewing

  • For further information about UK qualifications, please contact admissions.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

    • IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component

    • TOEFL IBT minimum 80 with a minimum of 20 in each individual component

    • Duolingo English Language Test - 115 overall with a minimum of 95 in each component
      or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism


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Campus Name

Southampton City Centre


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Top-up, 1 year


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

15000, (INT)


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