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Level 1 Photography Course in Lancaster

Cost£101.00
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Aug 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Photography Course in Lancaster. Classes run at Lancaster & Morecambe College on weekday evenings, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. Over 12 weeks, you'll explore camera techniques, light photography, green screen, film editing, and darkroom photography. Workshops are tailored to the group and to individual goals, and you'll build a digital portfolio of your work. You'll also learn to use professional equipment safely. This level 1 photography classes format suits anyone picking up photography skills for the first time or developing them further.

Who this course is for

During this creative 12-week course, you will learn new skills to understand the technical abilities of your camera and creatively explore photography skills in different workshops. You will develop a digital portfolio of work including examples of your work in light photography, film editing, green screen photography, and darkroom photography.

The workshops will be tailored to the group and individual goals. You will also learn how to use professional equipment and techniques safely, including studio lights, cameras, Adobe software packages and Apple Mac computers.

This course is perfect for photographers that want to develop skills in Adobe and Apple Mac software, studio lighting skills, video and digital editing, reflection and darkroom developing processes.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the technical settings and capabilities of your camera.
  • You'll explore light photography techniques in practical workshops.
  • You'll work with green screen photography and learn how it's used.
  • You'll edit film and develop digital editing skills.
  • You'll experience darkroom photography and traditional processes.
  • You'll use professional photography equipment safely and correctly.
  • You'll build a digital portfolio showcasing your work across different styles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on workshops in a classroom setting. Sessions are practical and tailored to the group and individual goals. You'll produce a digital portfolio of work as evidence of your skills across the different photography disciplines covered on the course. Assessment is based on the work you create and develop throughout the 12 weeks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lancaster & Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Photographer's assistant: support professional photographers on shoots
  • Studio assistant: help manage equipment and sessions in a photography studio
  • Social media content creator: produce visual content for brands and organisations
  • Photography technician: maintain and operate photographic equipment
  • Events photographer: capture weddings, parties, and corporate events

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Photography: builds on your Level 1 skills with more advanced techniques and a stronger portfolio.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Photography): a deeper qualification suited to those considering higher education or a professional creative career.
  • Higher Education courses in Photography or Visual Arts: universities recognise Level 3 qualifications as entry to degree programmes.
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