Photography (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)
Bristol, UWE
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Images are everywhere. Studying photography enables you to understand the language of images and develop your visual voice to communicate effectively and with confidence. It helps you understand the contexts in which images exist and circulate, and locate opportunities to get your images published, exhibited and commissioned. Becoming a photography professional opens doors to a wide range of careers within a global landscape of creative industries. The course offers a vibrant, collaborative ...Read more

Images are everywhere. Studying photography enables you to understand the language of images and develop your 'visual voice' to communicate effectively and with confidence. It helps you understand the contexts in which images exist and circulate, and locate opportunities to get your images published, exhibited and commissioned. Becoming a photography professional opens doors to a wide range of careers within a global landscape of creative industries. The course offers a vibrant, collaborative environment, modern facilities, supportive workshop instruction and expert input, all underpinned by theory and critique. Work to briefs set and assessed by external individuals and organisations, including photographers, filmmakers, publishers, clothing labels, product designers, theatre groups, musicians and festivals. Build your CV with work experience, and access to job opportunities, throughout the course.

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45/279
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66th
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62nd
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06 Feb 24

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£17,000 per year

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Bristol, UWE
Bristol, UWE , Bristol

UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative cities....

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Bristol, UWE
Kennel Lodge Road Bristol BS3 2JT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Parson Street  0.7 miles away
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