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University of Lincoln

Lincoln , England ,United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Photography

For aspiring photographers and moving image makers, Lincoln’s Photography degree offers an artistic learning environment that values creative expression and embodiment of the visual form through discovery, engagement, and extended practice within a contemporary context.

Photography at Lincoln offers the opportunity to gain extensive experience working with professional-standard facilities and equipment, to showcase work at competitions, film festivals, and public exhibitions, and to build a dynamic portfolio of work.

Students are encouraged to experiment with and explore a variety of lens-based techniques, from the use of traditional film cameras to innovative digital technologies. This approach aims to enable students to develop a specialism and to cultivate a creative and distinctive final portfolio to help launch their artistic career.

Campus Information

Brayford Pool campus

Our stunning Brayford Pool campus is situated in the city centre with academic buildings, accommodation, shops, restaurants and cinema all within walking distance.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 14

Application Process

More information required
10 Days
Possible interview call from institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional offer
20 Days
Visa process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Photography students and graduates from Lincoln have worked with top names and at international events. Graduate Hannah Wilson is currently working at Hello! magazine; Rebecca Jones is working for PHLY post production, editing images for Jaguar Land Rover and Rolls Royce; Craig Clayton was shortlisted for the Association of Photographers Student Awards in 2017; and Dan Medhurst has worked with clients including Adidas, Burberry, Coca-Cola, Diesel, Sony Music, and The Guardian. Graduate Ema Johnston's work has been featured in Loupe Magazine and The Royal Photographic Society magazine. She is currently working in the photography studio at Liberty London.

Students have had the opportunity to enter and win a range of awards including the AOP Student Awards and Loupe Magazine Graduate Show.

PSW Opportunity

UK has announced 2 years PSW to 2021 graduates.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

United Kingdom

GCE Advanced Levels: BBC

International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall

BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points

Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered.

Bangladesh

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications for entry onto year one of a Bachelor’s degree:

  • Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) with between 27 and 34 points.
  • Successful completion of three A Levels
  • Successful completion of a recognized International Foundation Year program

Advanced Entry (Undergraduate)

Depending on your academic background and intended course of study, it may be possible to apply for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a University of Lincoln undergraduate course.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

India

Students require one of the following qualifications for entry into year one of an undergraduate degree:

  • A minimum of 70% in the Standard XII awarded by CISCE or CBSE (for courses requiring IELTS 6.0)
  • A-Level qualifications.
  • Between 27 and 34 International Baccalaureate (IB) points depending on the course, you wish to apply for

Advanced Entry (Undergraduate)

Depending on your academic background and intended course of study, it may be possible to apply for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a University of Lincoln undergraduate course.

English Language Requirements

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications:

  • A minimum of 70% in the Standard XII awarded by CISCE or CBSE (for courses requiring IELTS 6.0). These qualifications should usually have been completed no more than 5 years before enrolling at the University of Lincoln. However, this requirement will usually be waived for applicants who achieved the required High School English grade and subsequently completed a degree in their home country that was taught fully in English. An official letter from the previous institution, confirming that the degree was taught in English, may be required. 
  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

Nepal

Advanced Entry (Undergraduate)

Depending on your academic background and intended course of study, it may be possible to apply for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a University of Lincoln undergraduate course.

English Language Requirements

Prospective students require the following qualifications:

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

Pakistan

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications for entry into year one of an undergraduate degree:

  • Between 27 and 34 International Baccalaureate (IB) points depending on the course you wish to apply for.
  • Successful completion of an Associate Degree with a minimum grade of 60%

Advanced Entry (Undergraduate)

Depending on your academic background and intended course of study, it may be possible to apply for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a University of Lincoln undergraduate course.

English Language Requirements

  • English language requirements vary by program although typically range from IELTS 6.0 – 7.0 (or equivalent).

Students who do not meet the above English language requirements may be eligible for entry onto a Pre Sessional English and Academic Study Skills (PEASS) course.

Sri Lanka

Students require one of the following qualifications for entry into year one of an undergraduate degree:

  • Between 27 and 34 International Baccalaureate (IB) points depending on the course you wish to apply for.
  • A-Level qualifications: Specific information on A-Level requirements can be found on individual undergraduate course pages.
  • Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
  • National Diploma

Advanced Entry (Undergraduate)

Depending on your academic background and intended course of study, it may be possible to apply for advanced entry into year 2 or 3 of a University of Lincoln undergraduate course.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score).  Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

Interviews

2021 Entry

For 2021 entry applicants for this course will be required to undertake an interview before an offer of study is made.

2020 Entry

For the 2020 entry, successful applicants will be invited to a portfolio review, where they will have the opportunity to go through their portfolio with a member of the academic team.

Applicants should aim to bring approximately 15 to 20 pieces of work. This portfolio can contain photographic prints as well as screen-based work (i.e. moving image/experimental). The work does not need to be mounted, if it already is then that’s fine, but please do not mount your work especially for your interview.

Applicants should select a range of work that shows us what they are interested in, their passions as well as showing a range of skills. We are interested in looking at a variety of creative photographic work, as applicable and relevant to applicants’ areas of study. We are aware that some applicants may have covered some photographic skills that have not been available to all students; this is not a problem, we want to see students’ potential and passion for the subject.

We love to see evidence of the working process, so please bring a sketchbook that relates to specific projects within the portfolio.

What makes a good portfolio and sketchbook?

  • A range of visual concepts, innovative thinking, and an ability to visualize ideas
  • The portfolio and any supporting material should be well presented
  • An ability to handle a range and variety of technologies, materials
  • processes, and a willingness to experiment.

  • Course Code: W600
  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
  • Duration: 03 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 47700 GBP
    Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
    Application Fee: N/A
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