This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2025.
University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our photography degree helps you explore the world of photography and its impact on society. Look at historical and contemporary uses of photography and develop advanced skills required for a competitive job market. Advanced Skill Development: Gain expertise in photographic production and a deep understanding of photography's historical and modern applications through our photography degree. Your Creative Practice: Build a professional portfolio while exploring various creative practices, including medium/large format cameras, self-publishing, audio and moving image production and 3D fabrication. Use this portfolio to launch your photography career. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access one of London's largest darkrooms for analogue photography experimentation. Our photographic facilities are ideal for hands-on learning. A foundation year at the University of East London (UEL) is more than just an extra year—it’s your pathway to success. It helps you adjust to university life, build confidence, and develop essential skills for levels 4-6 of your chosen degree. With dedicated support, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to thrive in your studies and future career while becoming part of a supportive community.
Modules
Foundation Year: Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Health and Education Study Skills, Health and Education Analytical Skills, Media and Communication Skills, Fundamental Chemistry and Biology. Year 1: Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth), Essential Chemistry, Cell Biology, Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals in Microbiology, Level 4 Short Work Placement (Optional). Year 2: Infection and Immunity, Physiological Regulation, Fundamental and Experimental Pharmacology, Drug Discovery, Development and Regulation, Cellular Biochemistry, Research and Career Development – Mental Wealth, Year Long Placement (Sandwich Year) (Optional), Level 5 Short Work Placement (Optional). Year 3: Neuropsychopharmacology and Emerging Therapeutics, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Pharmacology, Immunopharmacology and Chemotherapeutics, Toxicology, New Frontiers in Pharmacology, Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth), Level 6 Short Work Placement (Optional). For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
You'll be required to present work for assessment in the form of exhibition, portfolio presentation, oral presentation or in the form of an evaluative learning journal, report or essay. The course includes 20-credit and 40-credit modules which are assessed at the end of each term. The marks from the second and third years are used to formulate your final degree award. Feedback is provided within 15 working days in line with UEL's assessment and feedback policy.
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:
- W642
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Applicants are required to attend an interview for discussion of their portfolio of work.
Portfolio
Your portfolio should contain between ten and fifteen printed images that demonstrate your interest in photography, using digital and/or traditional analogue techniques. It should be between ten and fifteen sheets in length. Our recommended size for photography portfolios is A3. We are interested in all types of photographic practice, including commercial work, art photography, portraits, fashion, sport, documentary, etc. Your portfolio can also include evidence of any art and design projects that you have undertaken. This can include drawings, print-making or work in any other media that you are interested in. We would also like to see your sketchbooks / journals to see how you develop your ideas. At interview you should be prepared to discuss your work, ideas and ambitons. You should also be able to discuss the photographers who influence you.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333