Art and Design (Photography) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma (RQF)

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Study Mode: Full-time Course Level: 5

If photography is your passion, the HND in art and design (photography) will give you the skills you need for a career in the creative industry.

You will build on your existing theoretical and practical skills and study a range of modules - from traditional black and white darkroom-based images to up-to-date digital photography and image manipulation - to develop your professional photographic practice..

You will learn how to apply research and planning techniques to develop a photographic strategy in response to a given brief that explores current trends in photography, nalyse the characteristics of photographic images in different contexts, and effectively use camera techniques to communicate thought-provoking concepts through image making .

You will also learn studio lighting techniques to produce impactful photographs, create innovative images using a range of up-to-date post-production techniques and apply darkroom techniques effectively to produce high quality black and white prints that explore the relationship between technique and bespoke output.

And throughout the course you will create your photographic portfolio and present it on an online platform.

To access this course you are required to have:

GCSE English and maths at grade C/4
Two A Levels OR
Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject such as art and design or photography
An interview and provide examples of your own work to demonstrate your suitability for the course

Applications from adults without the necessary qualifications will be assessed on an individual basis, based on skills, knowledge and experience.

During this course you will study:

Photographic techniques
Computers in photography
Techniques and technology
Professional studies
Business practice
Studio practice
Darkroom practice
Visual language in photography
Interpreting images
Digital imaging
Advertising photography
Creating digital images
Location photography
Specialist practice in photography

By studying this course you will develop skills, knowledge and understanding of:

The qualities required to work in the photography field
Research and planning techniques to develop a photographic strategy in response to a given brief
Analyse the characteristics of photographic images in different contexts
Effectively use camera techniques to communicate different concepts
Application of complex theories to practical realistic work situations in the photography sector
Researching projects
Problem-solving and teamwork
Critical awareness

This is an assignment based course so there are no exams.

You will be continually assessed throughout the programme in a variety of ways including:

Coursework
Reports
Case studies
Essays
Presentations
Observations

The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to:

Progress to the third year of a photography degree and complete a 'top up' year which leads to a full degree
Pursue a career as an advertising photographer, studio / portraiture photographer, photo journalist, layout designer, illustrator, commercial designer, fashion photographer, graphic artist / designer, interactive media, package designer, web designer or graphic designer