Photography HND is an undergraduate degree at Bedford College Group, based in Kettering, taught full-time over 1 year.
About this course
The course aims to provide a comprehensive study of photography to meet the creative and commercial needs of an image-based world. There is an emphasis on the skills valued by employers in the creative sector, making ‘live’ client-based assignments integral to the course. Study will focus on many aspects of photography including: Documentary; Reportage; Fine Art; Studio and Commercial Photography, using both digital and darkroom-based techniques. You will make use of our industry standard software and modern studios to ensure that you refine your skill set to meet employability requirements.
On completion of the HND course you will be able to pursue a career in the photography industry in a range of areas including – Photographic Studios, Media and Photographic Journalism. The skills you will develop will also prepare you for setting up your own business and to work as a freelance photographer.
You will also have the option to apply to top up the HND to a full BA Hons degree at the college or a number of universities. We will work with you to tailor your final year in preparation for any such application.
Study Options
This course is available in 4 study options:
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: HND
Location: Kettering
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: HND
Location: Kettering
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: HNC
Location: Kettering
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: HNC
Location: Kettering
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Higher National Diploma - HND
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Kettering
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Film studies, Photography
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ