BTEC Extended Diploma in Photography Level 3

If you would like to develop your photography skills or move in to a career in photography then this course will help you get there. You will learn about the full range of digital camera controls and a variety of photography disciplines such as landscape, still life and portraiture. You will also explore studio photography and lighting, and use computers and software such as Adobe Photoshop.

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In the first year of the course, you will gain a general understanding of photography, the technical aspects and photographic composition as well as post production in Adobe Photoshop. Year two will bring the opportunity to specialise. You will be taught up to date photographic media, techniques and technologies such as HD photography through work out on location or in the college’s studio. Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Flash, Photoshop and PowerPoint will be used throughout the course. To help build your portfolio, experience and confidence, you will have the chance to attend events and trips at the college as a professional photographer with the possibility of your work being used in the colleges marketing or in the local press.

Key Areas

• Studio photography
• Location photography
• Image manipulation using computer applications
• Professional practice in art and design
• Develop ideas and manage projects

What next

You will be able to progress to a higher education course such as the HND in Media, Communication and Production or another degree programme. You could also seek work in the photographic industries, perhaps as a PR photographer, to set up your own photography business or in fashion photography.

Entry requirements

Five GCSE's C or above including English or equivalent level 2 qualification

Area's of study

>Media & Games Development,Video & Photography