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Photography with Foundation at University of Plymouth - UCAS

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University of Plymouth has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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25Apr
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Undergraduate
20Jun
University of Plymouth - Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

This foundation year offers a non-standard entry into BA (Hons) Photography. Combine analogue and digital techniques, work with professionals, explore international opportunities, and establish your unique style and personal visual language. Creative freedom and professional facilities Experiment with analogue and digital tools, refine technical skills and explore your artistic voice in a supportive, well-equipped setting. Real-world experience Use photography to address global and environmental issues, collaborate with charities, and broaden your perspective through European trips and international study opportunities. Inspiring career pathways Enjoy Plymouth’s coastal lifestyle, blending nature and creativity from Dartmoor shoots to paddle boarding. Learn from industry professionals and join a network of successful alumni in diverse photography careers. This course is for you if...

  • you have creative curiosity and a desire to explore ideas visually
  • you are interested in collaborating with other creatives on shared ideas and projects
  • you want to master and experiment with both digital and analogue tools
  • you are excited to venture onto a varied and dynamic photography career.

Modules

Foundation year The Foundation pathway provides students with non-standard entry points to progress onto the BA (Hons) course. The Foundation year allows you to develop skills across a range of media and introduces creative best practice in preparation for the first year of the undergraduate course. During the Foundation year you will have the opportunity to explore creative processes relevant to visual design, animation, illustration, print-making, fine art and photography. The course is designed to encourage visual exploration and creative discovery within an engaging and vibrant studio setting. Upon successful completion of the Foundation course, you will join the undergraduate BA (Hons) course equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to successfully complete an undergraduate degree. Year 1 - Experiment & Explore

  • Technical workshops and hands-on activities establish an understanding of professional working methods including: studio practice; analogue processes; digital workflow; bookmaking; digital and traditional printing.
  • Work with new people in new places in new ways. Whether it is making images on the Dartmoor field trip or working collectively on a brief directed by an industry professional, new opportunities will be available to you.
  • Lectures and seminars contextualise your work through the study of contemporary and historical practices.
Year 2 - Develop & Collaborate
  • Develop new ways of working and thinking about photography, through the teaching of new technologies and methods of production and publication.
  • Work across disciplines using one of the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals to engage with and promote awareness of global (environmental) concerns.
  • Begin to consider your future and life after graduation by researching career opportunities and engaging in the Artist Talks programmes with established professionals.
Final year - Resolve & Exhibit
  • Research, produce and resolve a major body of work for publication and exhibition at the Summer Degree Show.
  • Consolidate and refine career ambitions and life after graduation through talks and workshops from graduates and industry speakers.
  • Contextualise and critically articulate your work in relation to various audiences and the opportunities these provide: editorial, commercial, fashion, fine art, post-grad study and research.
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.

Assessment method

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

14Jan

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:
W649
Institution code:
P60
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

International applicants

The University of Plymouth has a dedicated International Student Advice (ISA) service who will support you from the day you accept an offer at the University, right through to graduation. They will offer help and advice so you can get the most out of your studies, and your time in the UK, visit www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services/international-students/international-student-advice for more information. Once you have applied through UCAS, your conditional offer letters will also be sent to you by email, so be sure to enter your current email address on your application and to check this email regularly. You'll need your unconditional letter, and the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that we'll send you, when applying for your student visa to the UK. A tuition fee deposit will be required before we'll send you the CAS. We're a licenced Sponsor under the Points Based System. To comply with our duties as a Sponsor, we're required to check other aspects of your application in addition to your academic achievements, for example any previous studies, financial status and your immigration history in the UK. For course entry requirements (inc. English requirements) please refer to the specific page for the course you are interested in (www.plymouth.ac.uk/study). A recognised English language qualification (e.g. IELTS) would be required or successful completion of one of the University's pre-sessional English Language courses. Check our country pages to find out more about application from your specific home country www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/study/international-students-country-guides. International fees, please visit our fees and funding pages www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees. If you have any questions please contact [email protected].

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-photography-with-foundation

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6With 5.5 in all elements.

English Language Requirements:

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees * Fees are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
Photography with Foundation at University of Plymouth - UCAS