Photography - Foundation Degree (FdA) Higher Education

Photography Foundation Degree (FdA) Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Leamington Sep-2016 Various 09:15 - 16:00 see below 2Year(s) What will I study?

The FdA Photography is designed for students to pursue their interest and creativity in photography, helping them to develop a broad range of skills and techniques. They will be developing their ideas and practice through research and expert guidance, turning their visions, skills and talents into career opportunities.

During the two-year programme students will learn and utilise practical photography skills, academic study skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and collaborative working practice.

Students will learn alongside others who are passionate about photography and will be taught techniques from introductory to industry-standard in studio, darkroom and digital based photographic practices. Students will work on combined projects linked to professional practice and employability.

What modules are covered?

Level 4

Specialist skills and knowledge

Cultural and photographic contexts

Digital photography techniques

Creative personal practice

Collaborative interdisciplinary practice 1

Academic study skills & entrepreneurial thinking

Level 5

Advanced digital photography

Applied photography techniques and processes

Extending specialist photography practice

Critical approaches to photography practice

Developing professional

Collaborative interdisciplinary practice 2

What qualifications will I get?

FdA Photography

How will I be assessed?

The modules are integrated into a programme of continuous assessment through assignments. There are no exams associated with this course.

What is the entry process?

Applications should be made through UCAS, using the following UCAS Reference codes:

Institution code: W25 (Warwickshire College)

Course code: W640 (FdA Photography)

Direct applications are also accepted.

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 3

Three A Levels at grade D or above, preferably to include, Art & Design, Photography, or a BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant subject with Merit profile. Other equivalent Level 3 qualifications will be considered. A minimum of 180 UCAS points will be required upon entry. All applications will be subject to an interview and portfolio review. Mature students will be considered on an individual basis with a supporting portfolio.

What else do I need to know?

The delivery of the course is through lecture-based sessions, practical workshops, independent study, group and individual tutorials. Students will have access to a main base room, industry standard equipment, and photographic studios.

  

Fees and finance
For information on fees for these courses, please contact us or go to our fees page on the website: HE fees and support information

Most students will pay nothing upfront for their course. For information on government loans and grants available for HE study, please visit the Student Finance England website. Please note that applicants who already hold a higher education qualification may not be eligible for support and should enquire for further details. Warwickshire College Groups offer various scholarships and bursaries, please see our website for further details.

Different fees apply to international students. If you think this might apply to you then please enquire at Student Services for more details.

Individual Needs
Warwickshire College welcomes all students and will always aim to make reasonable adjustments to meet any specific needs or difficulties. In exceptional circumstances, the Learning Outcomes of some courses may mean that such adjustments are not possible and the college cannot guarantee that every requirement can be supported. Failure to disclose specific needs or difficulties to the college at an early stage in your application may delay the college in its ability to make reasonable adjustments or may prevent them altogether. Please discuss your individual circumstances with the admissions tutor as early as possible.

For further information about fees call student services on 0300 45 600 45
 

What can I do after this course?

After completing the course, students will be prepared for various artist positions within the Production / Performing Arts industry and be able to work in a freelance capacity

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us now

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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