In Partnership with - Connected Campus and Screen Yorkshire
On the Higher National Programme in Photography we will encourage and support you to develop your own style and vision in photography, and help you prepare for your future career. If you have a passion for image-making this course will help you to develop necessary skills through technical classes and relevant theoretical knowledge, building a thoughtful, visually creative and innovative portfolio of work.
Set projects are worked on with support from tutors, peers, and portfolio feedback. We also have a selection of client briefs from the local area, work closely with professional photographers who provide guest lectures, workshops and portfolio reviews. Throughout the course you will be encouraged to exhibit your work and enter various competitions.
We have an industry standard studio with specialist lighting, up to date digital software and black and white darkroom facilities.
A variety of teaching and learning methods will be used that encourage and facilitate learners’ creative and artistic development and bring together, wherever possible, practice and theory.
Methods used will encourage both independent and collaborative learning through use of practical workshops, interactive lectures, resource-based learning, individual and group work, tutorials, discussion and critiques.
Individual or group projects will culminate in exhibitions. Students will critically reflect on their own performance and that of others.
Residentials, visiting professionals, attendance of exhibitions and other related events will be used to broaden learners’ concepts and practice.
HNC - Photography.
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GCSE at Grade 9-4 in English Language (or equivalent qualification) is required.
Those with previous experience or learning that is relevant may be eligible via our Accredited Prior Learning (APL) process for accreditation towards this course.
All applicants are required to attend an interview, you will also need to bring with you a portfolio of photographic practice.
Jobs you could do
What you could study next
A Level 6 BA (Hons) in Photography or Fine Art is the natural next step after this level 5 btec hnd art and design qualification. Many universities accept the HND for direct entry into the final year of a degree. You could also pursue a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, Illustration, or Creative Arts if you want to broaden your practice. Some graduates go straight into work and return to degree study later.
