Photography BTEC National Diploma Level 3

Photography BTEC National Diploma Level 3
Exam board: EDEXCEL NCS course code: NDPHOAP
Aim This 2 year course will lay the groundwork for a career in a variety of photographic occupations. You will learn how to use a range of camera formats including traditional and digital technology, darkroom printing, studio lighting and location work.
Content You will develop the following skills:
· Using 35mm, medium/large format and digital cameras
· Traditional darkroom printing in black and white including specialist techniques
· Digital colour technology using scanned and digital images
· Location techniques such as fashion, sport, landscape and architecture
· Professional practices - client and photographer relationships, copyright laws, costing a job and keeping accounts
· Portfolio presentation.

After the initial introductory and assessment phase your work will be organised into a series of challenging design briefs which are targeted at specific areas of learning with importance being placed on idea, design development and presentation of finished work.

Progression/career opportunities
Successful students may choose to use their qualification as progression route to university degree courses including the Foundation Degree in Lens-Based Photographic Media at New College Stamford. Alternatively, those seeking employment can find a wide range of careers within the photography industry.

Extra information Students will be expected to have access to a 35mm film camera and supply the majority of their own materials. The average cost of materials will be approximately £150 per academic year.

In addition, photography students are requested to provide insurance cover to use specialist photographic equipment. Full details and advice on costs and requirements can be obtained from the course co-ordinator.

Screening
Students will also be screened (in the College) and must achieve literacy and numeracy at the level appropriate to the course.