Photography

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

A-Level Entry

BCC - BBB

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

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

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
    3411 Artists

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Film studies, Photography