Photography

Photography at Bournemouth University offers a dynamic and comprehensive educational experience designed to develop your technical skills, creative vision, and professional practices in the field of contemporary photography. This programme provides students with a solid foundation in traditional and digital photographic techniques, along with opportunities to experiment and innovate across various photographic genres, including documentary, fine art, commercial, and emerging media. Through a combination of studio-based projects, practical workshops, and theoretical studies, students are encouraged to explore their personal interests while developing a critical understanding of the historical, cultural, and social contexts of photography. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of visual storytelling, experimentation, and critical analysis, preparing graduates for diverse careers in photography, media, and related industries. Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including professional-grade studios, darkrooms, and digital suites, supports students' creative development. The programme also emphasizes the importance of professional practice, with modules focusing on portfolio development, exhibition planning, and digital marketing, ensuring students are well-equipped to succeed in the competitive photography industry. Throughout their studies, students have opportunities for live projects, industry placements, and collaborative work, fostering valuable networks and real-world experience. Our dedicated teaching team, which includes practicing photographers and industry professionals, is committed to supporting students’ individual artistic and professional goals. Graduates of the programme are prepared for a variety of careers such as commercial photography, art photography, photojournalism, fashion, advertising, and digital media, as well as pursuing postgraduate study or establishing their own creative practices. Bournemouth University's Photography programme strives to nurture innovative, reflective, and technically skilled practitioners who can make a meaningful contribution to the evolving visual communication landscape.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10603 Year (EEA)
• EUR 14727 Year (International)

For 2014 entry:

• UK/EU/Channel Islands: £9,000
• International (non-EU): £12,500

• English

Course Content

To view the course content please visit the course profile on our website.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

Tariff points

The entry requirements for this course are 320 tariff points from 3 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.

GCSEs

This course requires a minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent at grades A* to C, including English and Maths.

Relevant subjects

All subjects considered

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Bournemouth University.

Funding

For fees and funding information, please visit our website.

Accreditation

Approved by the British Institute of Professional Photography.