Photography BA (Hons)
On our BA (Hons) Photography course in Farnham, you’ll become skilled in the act of photography and in the art of photography. The images you can produce and the impact those images have on our experience of the world is key to this course.
This course has a long history, stretching back more than 70 years, and as such has produced a long line of graduates forging successful careers in everything from editorial and advertising to fine art to gallery and project management, and documentary making.
As a member of our community of internationally renowned practicing artists and photographers, you’ll have access to a wide range of both digital and analogue facilities, including black and white/colour darkrooms and film processing, digital processing and editing suites, photographic studios, various digital and film cameras, lenses and lighting equipment and book production facilities. You will also be encouraged radically consider image making while developing a critical awareness and voice which will define your approach to the subject in to the future.
We’ll challenge you to rethink your preconceived views on photography, experiment with new methods and ways of thinking, and produce images for different industries and audiences.
You’ll be taught and guided throughout by some of the world’s finest photography academics, and with our support you’ll gain increasing autonomy over your work as the course progresses, enabling you to lean on teachers for critical support and collaboration as you establish and develop your own photographic style.
We have a wealth national and international industry connections, and we also regularly arrange visits to, and lectures from, a wide range of institutions including the National Media Museum, Brighton Photo Fringe, The Photographers’ Gallery London, Photoworks Magazine, as well as Berg, Blackwell, Focalpress, Routledge and other publishers.
Campus Information
UCA Farnham
Farnham was recently given World Craft Town status and is a national hub for makers - which makes it the ideal place to pursue your creative passions. Located on the edge of the town centre, UCA Farnham is packed with all the specialist facilities you'll need to make incredible things - from ceramics and metalwork to films and animations.
UCA Rochester
Our Rochester campus is located high on a hill overlooking the River Medway and the city of Rochester, with its cathedral, quaint shops and nautical history. It specialises in fashion and photography, as well as design for theatre and screen. It's home to expert staff and extensive specialist facilities – everything you need to excel in your studies.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 7
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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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
Wherever you are on your creative journey we're here to help you take the next step.
You'll work alongside practising artists and industry leaders when you study with us, and our Careers Advisers will help you to set out on a career that is just right for you. Our Advisers will share their in-depth knowledge and experience of the creative sectors, they'll show you how to make the most of your industry contacts and they'll be there for you when you take that leap into industry.
And even after you've graduated you'll can still access our online resources, live events, and bookable one-to-one sessions to help you plan your next move.
Careers support tailored to your course
We work closely with course teams to deliver workshops, lectures, placements and seminars as part of your course.
One-to-one career advice
Our dedicated one-to-one appointments are with experienced Careers Advisers. Students can book a session to find out more about further study, working abroad and how to kickstart a job search.
Industry and career events
Featuring sessions with industry experts and panel discussions with Graduates who have made a name in their chosen creative fields, our careers events provide in-depth understanding of the creative industries.
PSW Opportunity
Psw 2 yrs
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Code: W640
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
48750 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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