Course summary
Explore the traditions of documentary storytelling along with the most exciting innovations in contemporary photography, print design and production
- Delivered by boomsatsuma, Bristol, in partnership with the Royal Photographic Society.
- Distinctive, sector-leading and practice-based curriculum design derived from current trends, and focusing on future growth.
- Emphasis on creativity, learning in context, professional practice, specialist technical skills and project development.
Modules
In your first year you'll receive an introduction into the production of photographic projects. You’ll learn how to design and shoot your first major project and experience how professional photographers approach commissions for publication. In your second year you'll work with real clients to level up your photographic and professional skills. You'll also discover ways to showcase your projects to the world through exhibitions, magazines and photobooks. In your third year you'll design and build your final photographic project ready for graduation, publication and exhibition. Explore your own specific research interests in the fields of photography, design and print production through the creation of your dissertation.
Assessment method
This course is a mirror of industry. You’ll be working on projects constantly, completing self-devised, in-house and live client briefs as well as building the wider creative skills necessary for a career in the contemporary photography world. Creativity is at the heart of what we do. There are no exams and you will be assessed purely on the work required in each module.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- BS06
- Institution code:
- B20
- Campus name:
- Boomsatsuma (Bristol)
- Campus code:
- Y
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
120 Level 4 credits from an equivalent qualification.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Boomsatsuma (Bristol)
boomsatsuma
Tobacco Factory
Raleigh Road
Bristol
BS3 1TF