Photography BA (Hons)
Norwich University of the Arts
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-24

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Norwich University of the Arts

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**OVERVIEW** Photography at Norwich University of the Arts provides opportunities to develop a highly personal, unique and creatively aspirational practice, whilst giving you the practical skills and understanding to apply your creative vision to a range of contexts within the creative and cultural industries. The course champions personal practice and you will develop this highly individual creative identity while acquiring a deep understanding of technical craft skills, along with a ...Read more


OVERVIEW

Photography at Norwich University of the Arts provides opportunities to develop a highly personal, unique and creatively aspirational practice, whilst giving you the practical skills and understanding to apply your creative vision to a range of contexts within the creative and cultural industries. The course champions personal practice and you will develop this highly individual creative identity while acquiring a deep understanding of technical craft skills, along with a comprehensive understanding of approaches to contemporary photography.


KEY FEATURES

- Actively engage with the rapidly developing nature of photography and explore the possibilities of new and emerging technologies - Utilise a range of practices from within historical boundaries of photography and at the cutting edge of contemporary practice - Explore techniques from other areas of creative practice including moving image, computer-generated imagery (CGI), animation and illustration - Engage with a wide range of contemporary practitioners and artists with diverse practices as well as the Association of Photographers (AOP) - Gain insight from guest speakers and masterclasses led by renowned professionals who will help shape your business skills - Develop transferable professional abilities in analytical thinking, critical judgement, organisational skills, collaboration and communication - Attend workshops, portfolio reviews and professional practice sessions to support your transition from academia to your chosen career - Take an optional year of study in creative computing


YOUR FUTURE

Graduates progress to a range of different roles within the creative industries. Within the course structure many students begin assisting alongside their studies, this is often the first destination for graduates who work as general photographer’s assistants, digital assistants or studio assistants. Graduates may become photographers or artists in their own right immediately after completing their course. Many photographers and artists work on a freelance basis, and this is supported within the course by the Business and Employability team. Students have received awards from the AOP, D&AD, Eizo, Canon, British Journal of Photography, Lens Culture Portrait Awards, PhotoNorth and Portrait of Britain.


OUR STUDENTS’ WORK

Explore our online Graduate Showcase – celebrating the very best Norwich University of the Arts graduate work. Scroll each reel to explore at 


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CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
56th
Cinematics and Photography
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Cinematics and Photography graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Cinematics and Photography graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Kat
16 Jan 24

Best - making contacts and friends. Supportive tutors. Worst - not enough in studio time..Read more

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Elise
31 Jan 23

Being part of a community of artists of different fields. Joining societies and making friends from them. My first year was during covid so we didn’t get the chance to go to our..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

104 - 120 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D*D* Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Popular A-level subjects

Cinematics and Photography

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Photography
41%
Media Studies
39%
Art & Design
28%
Film Studies
25%
English Literature
22%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£18,000 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£18,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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Latest Photography reviews

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K
Kat
16 Jan 24
Photography BA (Hons)
Best - making contacts and friends. Supportive tutors. Worst - not enough in studio time...
Read more
E
Elise
31 Jan 23
Photography BA (Hons)
Being part of a community of artists of different fields. Joining societies and making friends from them. My first year was during covid so we didn’t get the chance to go to our...
Read more
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Norwich University of the Arts
Norwich University of the Arts , Norwich

Norwich University of the Arts was founded more than 175 years ago, and today provides students with excellent teaching that leads...

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Norwich University of the Arts
Francis House 3-7 Redwell Street Norwich Norfolk NR2 4SN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Norwich  0.3 miles away

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