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Level 1 Photography Course in Bude

Cost£189.00
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start15 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Photography Course in Bude. Classes run at Bude Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day over 20 weeks.

You'll learn how to use a camera confidently, exploring its controls, menus, and settings. The course covers location shoots, image capture, and basic editing software. You'll build a portfolio of images alongside a working notebook to document your progress.

You'll finish with an NCFE Award in Photography at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to introduce both technical and creative skills. You will develop a portfolio that evidences use of the camera and all the controls, menus and then use equipment to capture images. Some location shoots will be included either as part of a session or for homework. Post capturing the images; learn how to use basic software for simple editing and filing. Final outcomes will be in a selection of images alongside a working notebook.

Important:

  • Your portfolio of work will need to stay at the centre until after external moderation has taken place.
  • This course requires confident basic IT skills, such as being able to transfer images between a memory card and a USB drive, print images, and use a mouse confidently.
  • The Level 1 course relies quite heavily on computers during Unit 2, which focuses on photo editing. Learners will be editing their photographs using computer software.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to operate a camera, including its controls and menus.
  • You'll capture images on location shoots, both in sessions and independently.
  • You'll use basic software to edit and organise your photos.
  • You'll build a portfolio that shows your technical and creative development.
  • You'll keep a working notebook to record your photographic process.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom. Location shoots form part of your learning, some during class and some as homework. Assessment is through a portfolio of images and a working notebook that you build throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Bude Adult Education Centre will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Photographer's assistant, supports a professional photographer on shoots.
  • Photography, entry-level work in portrait, event, or product photography with further experience.
  • Photo editor, retouches and organises images for clients or publications, usually with further training.
  • Social media content creator, uses photography skills to produce images for brands or individuals.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Photography, the natural next step to develop your skills further.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Photography or Art and Design, opens routes into higher education or professional practice.
  • Foundation Degree or BA in Photography, for those aiming toward a career in professional or commercial photography, usually requires Level 3 study first.
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