Year One The first year is structured around set projects, which encourage you to experiment greatly and use photography as a means of expression. You will receive workshops in the use of film and digital camera techniques, lighting skills, printing and the development of a studio-based practice. You will learn to articulate your ideas, and develop your own unique visual language, helped by a growing appreciation of the history of photography and its place within contemporary society. Year Two In year 2 you will continue to develop your own identity as visual thinkers, expressing your ideas with increasing confidence and independence. You will choose specialist pathways in advanced skills such as video editing, advanced lighting and large format photography. Greater emphasis is given to experimentation, studio presence and the physical resolution of projects underpinned by your ideas. You will participate in live briefs and public exhibitions outside of the University. Year Three Your final year is self-directed. Based on your own areas of interest and guided by a considered support structure, you will plan, research and undertake the production of a major body of work. To further support the development of your visual work, you will write a dissertation. Professional immersion is realised through work placements, student publications and other initiatives and is enhanced by specialist professional practice lectures and workshops.

We are proud of our alumni who have gone onto find numerous roles within the creative industries. Graduates have established successful careers as artists and freelance photographers in both the fine art and commercial sectors, and have picked up significant awards along the way, such as the Steidl book award and the prestigious Catlin Guide. Others have pursued opportunities in arts administration and project management, art direction, picture research within photographic libraries and archives, as well as in education and community based work. Some students progress onto leading MA/MFA postgraduate courses in the UK or abroad. Thanks to our in depth, hands on but versatile approach our graduates are truly prepared for the reality of the photographic world today.