23Nov
UndergraduateCourse summary
The Photography in the Arts programme at Swansea College of Art UWTSD encourages you to consider where photography fits within contemporary art practice and visual culture. This course encourages you to take risks and delve into the possibilities of the photographic medium. With an emphasis on conceptual thinking and conceptual photography, you will look at the aesthetic, ethical, and social contexts of both individual and collective human experiences. Our programme uses a wide range of media, from traditional and digital to experimental photography techniques and processes. Allowing for a flexible approach to image making, in relation to both subject matter and technique, where you will explore and challenge the conventions of contemporary photographic art practice. You will develop valuable technical photography skills that will serve you throughout your career. The photography department has strong links with both the art and commercial media industries. These connections are enhanced by a regular series of visiting lecturers, providing you with opportunities to meet and learn from professionals in the field. This exposure helps you build industry connections that are essential for a successful career in the creative industries. Throughout the course, our expert lecturers and technicians will support you in building a professional photographic portfolio. You will learn what is required to have a successful career in the visual arts. Our recent alumni have found employment in various roles, including editorial photographers, advertising photographers, artists, curators, and gallery directors. The photography department at boasts an impressive range of facilities, In addition to extensive traditional photography facilities and darkrooms, our digital provision includes a specialist colour-managed digital suite running the latest Adobe software. This includes high resolution Hasselblad film scanners, medium and large format portfolio and exhibition printing. Our small class sizes and friendly atmosphere ensure exceptional interaction between students and staff.
Modules
Year One – Level 4 (Cert HE, Dip HE & BA) • Exhibition 1.0 (20 credits; compulsory) • Fugitive Testimonies (20 credits; compulsory) • Photographic Art Practice (20 credits; compulsory) • The Artist Zine (20 credits; compulsory) • Visual Studies 1 (10 credits; compulsory) • Visual Studies 2 (10 credits; compulsory) • Ways of Perceiving (10 credits; compulsory) • Ways of Thinking (10 credits; compulsory). Year Two – Level 5 (Dip HE & BA) • Exhibition 2.0 (20 credits; compulsory) • Experimental Strategies (20 credits; compulsory) • Personal Philosophies (20 credits; compulsory) • Research in Context (10 credits; compulsory) • Research in Practice (10 credits; compulsory) • Visual Enquiry 1 (10 credits; compulsory) • Visual Enquiry 2 (10 credits; compulsory) • World Building (20 credits; compulsory). Year Three – Level 6 (BA) • Advanced Creative Enquiry (20 credits; compulsory) • Independent Project (40 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Major Project (60 credits; compulsory).
Assessment method
Assessment is carried out through coursework, both written and practical. There are no exams on this course. Students are formatively assessed throughout a module, summative assessment takes place at the end of a module. A variety of teaching and learning methods are used throughout the course which include: Lectures, seminars, group/individual tutorials, workshops and presentations. There are regular opportunities for one-to-one tutorials with staff for students to get feedback on their work.
How to apply
31Jan
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
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
| International | £13500 | 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 Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP