Photography BTEC National Diploma

Photography BTEC National Diploma

• Venue:
  Windmill Avenue Campus, Kettering
• Duration:
  Two Years
• Start At:
  September 2010
• Interview:
  Yes
• Level of Study:
  Advanced (Level 3)

Photography BTEC National Diploma Entry Requirements

• A minimum of 4 GCSEs at C or above including English and preferably Maths or equivalent OR
• A BTEC First Diploma in Art and Design with a satisfactory reference and equivalent English and preferably Maths OR
• A relevant equivalent Level 2 qualification with equivalent English and preferably Maths.

Entry is subject to a successful interview. You will need to bring with you a portfolio of your work.

Content
The course aims to provide studies in photography that meet the growing and changing needs of the photographic industry. It focuses on the practical application of knowledge and the development of skills required for employment or academic progression.

Through challenging design briefs students are provided with the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes, which are essential for career development in the arts, media and photographic employment area.

Year 1 comprises eight core units: Drawing Development; Historical and Contextual Understanding; Computers in Art and Design; Location Techniques; Darkroom Practice; Visual Communication; Ideas and Concepts; Materials, Techniques and Processes.

Year 2 comprises eight option units from the following topics plus a specialist contextual investigation and a compulsory final major project: Studio Techniques; Darkroom Applications; Experimental Imagery; Digital Imaging; Image Manipulation; Computer Applications; Specialist Location Photography; Specialist Studio Photography; Specialist Contextual Investigation; Personal and Professional Development; Professional Studio Practice; Design Method.

During Year 1, students have the opportunity to study AS Level Photography in addition to the main programme, and to continue to A2 level during Year 2. There are regular visits to galleries and photographic industries. Students are encouraged to gain work experience placement.

Assessment Coursework is assessed at regular intervals throughout the course and is internally and externally verified. The Final Major Project, which requires each learner to submit a completed 'project proposal' prior to the practical element of the project taking place, is externally assessed. At the end of year two, students exhibit their work in the End of Year Diploma Show, which is open to the public. Progression This course will prepare you for progression into Higher Education BA and HND courses in photography, or related subjects or employment within photographic studios or laboratories.
Entry Requirement
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at C or above including English and preferably Maths or equivalent OR
A BTEC First Diploma in Art and Design with a satisfactory reference and equivalent English and preferably Maths OR
A relevant equivalent Level 2 qualification with equivalent English and preferably Maths.
Entry is subject to a successful interview. You will need to bring with you a portfolio of your work.