Photography FdA

This exciting practical and professional programme will enable you to explore photographic practice through the development of appropriate skills and the creation of original artwork using both traditional processes and digital technology. The programme aims to encourage creative decision making and critical thinking in preparation for future careers in the photographic industries. Photographic practice is continually changing, the programme adapts to these changes and the possibilities they hold and focuses on building the professional, technical, creative and intellectual skills needed for you to be successful in your chosen field.

The programme is modular and coursework based. Work will be assessed at key points during the year. A significant part of your time will be spent in the studios, photographic and digital workshops and lecture rooms. Practical teaching is underpinned by an integrated lecture programme, tutorial programme and a high level of pastoral support.

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Topics will include:

Year one modules –

• Photography in Context
  Research and Investigation
• Introduction to Photographic Processes
  Sense of Place – Analogue and Alternative Processes – (Observed Image)
• Specialist Photographic Processes
  Studio Based Thematic Project – (Constructed Image).
• Collaborative Practice
  Seduced By Art
• Professional Photographic Contexts
  Creating a Professional Identity
• Creative Photographic Practice
  Process and Methodology – Self Initiated Project

Year two modules –

• Image Production and Interpretation
  Critical Theory and Interpretation
• Advanced Photographic Practices
  In Sickness and In Health – Exhibition Project
• Professional Development
  Establishing a Professional Identity
• Specialist Photographic Contexts
  Book Project
• Progression and Independent Practice
  Process and Methodology – Final Major Project

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You will need a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points and GCSE Maths and English is required at grade C (or 4) or above (or equivalent O Level). All appropriately qualified applicants will also be required to attend a portfolio interview.

The department has film processing facilities with darkrooms for colour and black andwhite printing. There are two purpose built studios which provide studio flash equipment and studio backdrops. Computer suites with Photoshop and Multimedia software. Learning Resource Centre with large selection of books and photographic journals. There is also access to fully functioning video media studios.

Students will be expected to possess their own digital SLR camera, 35mm analogue SLR camera and tripod. Additional costs will include equipment fee, film, photo paper, digital storage devices as well as optional ancillary equipment.