5Dec
UndergraduateLincoln College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The BA (Hons) Commercial Photography and Digital Media degree programme emphasises the creative use of photography and other lens based media across a wide range of subject areas and applications. The course encourages the exploration of contemporary practice and includes critical and contextual modules. Traditional techniques and practices are investigated alongside digital practice and output. This is a visual communication course structured to provide a route into employment in creative media, photography and associated industries. Individual project briefs are designed to enable learners to achieve their full potential using technical and critical skills relevant to their specific pathways. The BA helps prepare learners for a career in the design industry, through the development of design skills, technical and professional expertise.
Modules
Typical Modules Include: Year 1 Conceptualisation Historical and Contextual Studies 1 Materials Processes/Theory (generic) Digital Workshop Practices Brand Identity and Design for Audiences Specialist Practice Year 2 Landscape Photography Advertising Imaging & Output Technical Change & Cultural Continuity Fashion Photography Portrait Photography Editorial Image Making Year 3 Historical and Contextual Studies 2 Marketing an Arts Business Final Major Project Preparation Business Practice Final Major Project Final Major Project Reflective Evaluation *Optional modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.
Assessment method
The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include: Practical Assessments Coursework Portfolios Written Assessments
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- W640
- Institution code:
- L42
- Campus name:
- Christ's Hospital Terrace
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications may be acceptable for applicants requiring a visa |
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
| England | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8500 | Year 1 |
| International | £9500 | Year 1 |
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
Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student's continuous enrolment.
Royal Photographic Society student membership - Currently £60;
Studio and materials fees - £50.00 (optional);
Visit to London -exhibitions, rail fare (optional) - £50.00;
Visit to NEC Birmingham - trade show /conference (optional) - £30.00
(Please note trips may have to be altered for travel restrictions)
Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.
Provider information
Lincoln College University Centre
Monks Road
Lincoln
LN2 5HQ