Photography

University of Brighton

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Film studiesPhotography

Photography BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Brighton, based in Brighton, taught full-time over 3 years. 72% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey. Typical A-level entry is BCC - BBB.

A-Level Entry

BCC - BBB

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

71.77%

NSS · Office for Students

About this course

Award-winning contemporary photographers and pioneering artists such as Helen Cammock have studied photography at Brighton.

Our emphasis is on the creative exploration of photography. This is a degree that lets you to develop your individual style as you build the technical and analytical skills required for photography practices such as fine art, editorial, fashion, documentary and commercial photography.

You’ll be working in an experimental and critical environment, learning with practising artists and researchers. Our aim is for you to graduate with your own style, ready to join the creative industries and maximise your employability.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

- Based in a vibrant school of art and media, you will be joining a dynamic community in central Brighton, an artistic and progressive city.

- Explore a range of photographic methods and technologies, including traditional analogue processes and digital technology.

- Highly experienced photographers and artists make up the staff teaching team.

- A team of helpful technicians are on hand to guide and support you in the studios, processing areas and darkrooms.

- Option modules throughout your course enable you to combine practice and theory, and tailor the degree to your specific career and creative ambitions.

- Explore the theory of photography, learning about its history and critically considering all aspects of the practice, from composition to post-production to curation.

- Excellent kit room with a wide selection of cameras.

- Industry-standard facilities where you will use sophisticated lighting and camera equipment.

- Visiting artists, writers, photographers, gallerists and media professionals share their experience, giving a window into the creative and business aspects of the media industries.

- Exchange opportunities with Nagoya University of the Arts in Japan.

- Opportunities to exhibit throughout the course, culminating with the major graduate show in the final year.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BCC - BBB
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
BTEC MMM - DDM

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Brighton
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Film studies, Photography