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Photography and Video

UAL Photography and Video Level 3

  • Course Type: Diploma/Certificate

What can this course lead to?

You could start a career as a freelance photographer, staff photographer with a magazine/newspaper, designer or graphic/ digital artist.

Due to the academic nature of the course and the strong portfolio you will develop, you can also use this course to apply for a number of degree/HND courses in subjects such as art, photography, media, journalism, etc.

Former students have progressed to top universities such as Falmouth, South Wales or London College of Communication and exhibited work internationally.

Who is it for?

Do you want to make a living out of doing what you love? Then this advanced course is exactly what you are looking for.

Today, there are an endless amount of careers which could be pursued through a photography background, making this course an ideal start to a fulfilling career that satisfies your creativity.

What is covered?

During your study you will enjoy learning a number of exciting and interesting topics such as digital photography, using the studio, developing film and printing in the darkroom. You will also develop a strong portfolio of your work covering different types of photography which will contribute to the next step in your career, whether that be university or the world of work.

You will also investigate contextual influences and learn how to reflect on your own practice and discuss the work of others.

The UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication, are for students looking to pursue a specialist career in the creative industries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and/or maths, and an arts-based subject at grade 6/B or above. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths, or a pass for functional skills Level 2 English and Maths. A Merit in your first year is required to enter the second year Extended Diploma.

Start date: 01/09/2025

Course Code

SDP3PH5AF$

Duration

2 Years

Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.

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Luddie Pinfold

Within four months of graduating from my course I was offered Junior Photographer at one of the biggest Photographer companies – Kurt Geiger!

Lyddie Pinfold

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