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BA Photography

University of East London

Institution
University of East London
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Photography BA (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
W641
Typical offer
IB 24

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 96 UCAS points (standard offer), or 64 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM (standard) / MPP (contextual) BTEC Diploma – DD (standard) / MM (contextual) Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics All applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio. International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.

About this course

BA (Hons) Photography. Core topics include Design & Creative Practice, Historical Research, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Communication & Writing, and Entrepreneurship. Students build a professional portfolio exploring practices such as medium and large format cameras, self-publishing, and 3D fabrication. The course culminates in an independent major project showcased at a public exhibition.

Modules

  • Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
  • Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
  • Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills
  • Media and Communication Skills
  • Architecture and Visual Arts in Practice
  • Professional Life 1 (Mental Wealth)
  • Practice 1
  • Contextual Studies 1
  • Research into Practice 1
  • Experimentation and Application 1A
  • Experimentation and Application 1B
  • Professional Life 2 (Mental Wealth)
  • Design Investigation 2
  • Contextual Studies 2
  • Advanced Experimentation and Applications (Animation)
  • Advanced Practice
  • Professional Life 3 (Mental Wealth)
  • Integrated Technology
  • Independent Major Project Part A
  • Design Investigation 3
  • Art & Design Studio Practice & Portfolio
  • Research into Practice 3 – Global Photography
  • Research into Practice 3 – Extended Research Project