Photography Four years BA (Hons)
Our BA (Hons) Photography degree at UCA Farnham has a distinguished history stretching back over 70 years. This course will encourage you to develop experimental and innovative approaches towards the photographic medium.
Guided by some of the world’s finest photography academics, our Photography course offers you the opportunity to study within a uniquely creative environment where you can develop a deep understanding of photographic practice, theory and history.
Our four-year BA (Hons) Photography course includes a preparatory year (Year 0), which will give you a focused introduction to photography and film, and help you to develop skills in moving and still image, and in audio production and editing.
The initial year will also offer seminars, tutorials, specialist technical workshops and group critiques to support you in adapting to student-centred learning at degree level.
As a member of this photographic 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.
Through a variety of workshops, tutorials, lectures and seminars, you’ll be given freedom to develop your own practice, incorporating historical and contemporary approaches to fine-tune your creativity.
Our renowned teaching team brings with them high-profile industry connections, both nationally and internationally.
As part of the course, we regularly arrange visits to, and lectures from, a wide range of institutions such as the National Media Museum, Brighton Photo Fringe, The Photographers’ Gallery London, Photoworks Magazine, as well as Berg, Blackwell, Focalpress, Routledge and other publishers.
Many of our photography graduates have secured professional roles in a variety of fields including editorial, advertising, fine art, documentary-making, and gallery/project management.
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.
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: W643
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
67800 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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