BA (Hons) Photography

Overview

This photography course is a collaboration between City of Glasgow College and the University of the West of Scotland (UWS). The course focuses on practice-led photographic areas and work-related experience while providing opportunities for business, entrepreneurship and enterprise activities. Guest lectures and workshop sessions are an essential integrated element of many of the modules in this course.

You will gain practical experience in the college’s photography labs and studios and have the chance to undertake modules in arts-related business subjects at the UWS campus in Ayr.

• You’ll need to have an HND in Photography or relevant professional experience for entry into Year 3
• All candidates will be interviewed and assessed on their portfolio
• You should apply through UCAS using UCAS code W690 M BA/PhDI

More Information

Core modules in Year 3 are: Photography 3A + B, Critical Studies in the Visual Arts, Photo Imaging, Work-related Learning. Plus an option module from topics including: Photography (Extended Development), Rights and the Creative Industries, and Business Venturing.

Students on the course will be eligible to apply to study with one of our European partners as part of the Erasmus scheme. You can also take part in the Intercultural Design Camp, co-ordinated by the UWS and its Swedish, Belgian and German partners.

Year 4 Honours: In this final year, you will use your skills to develop creative projects. You will produce an Honours dissertation covering an area of personal study. Core modules include: Photoworks, Photography Creative Project, Photography Research Project.

The recommended option at Level 10 is: Presentation and Promotion, although you may choose from a range of available options at this level.

Career

The creative industries sector covers a range of creative practice and economic activities. As a graduate of this course it is expected that you will be well placed to play your part in these industries.

Study

Honours graduates could progress to the University’s MA in Creative Media Practice.

BA - One year, starting in August.

BA (Hons) - Two years, starting in August.

City Campus North Hanover Street (although some options may also be studied at the UWS Ayr Campus).