| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-19 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
With expert guidance, industry placements, and state-of-the-art facilities, this three-year degree prepares students for a successful career in photography or further postgraduate study.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
BA (Hons) Photography at UCA Farnham
This program allows you to push your photographic boundaries and turn your passion into a career.
It offers a close-knit environment with expert staff who will guide you through your learning. You will collaborate with students on other courses, broadening your horizons and sparking insightful conversations.
Objectives:
- Develop advanced photographic skills and knowledge.
- Explore diverse photographic practices and experiment with various media.
- Gain professional experience through competitions, live projects, and industry placements.
- Build a strong portfolio showcasing your creative vision and technical expertise.
- Prepare for a successful career in the photography field or further postgraduate study.
Description:
The course curriculum incorporates professional experience throughout, offering opportunities to gain valuable exposure through competitions and projects like the collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery. UCA provides you with access to state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated post-production suites equipped with Capture One software.
Program Structure:
The BA (Hons) Photography program offered at UCA Farnham is a three-year undergraduate degree.
Students can choose between various entry options:
- BA (Hons) with Integrated Foundation Year: This four-year program includes a foundation year to develop your creativity and prepare you for the undergraduate degree.
- BA (Hons) with Integrated International Foundation Year: This option is designed for international students, offering English language and creative skills development before starting the degree.
- BA (Hons) with Professional Practice Year: This is a four-year program that includes an entire year gaining valuable industry experience prior to your final year of study.
- BA (Hons) with Integrated Foundation Year and Professional Practice Year: Combining the Integrated Foundation Year (Year 0) and Professional Practice Year, this is a five-year program allowing you to develop your creativity, gain industry experience, and complete your undergraduate degree.
Other Key Points:
- Students can participate in the exciting Fast Forward project, promoting opportunities for women and non-binary emerging photographers.
- The course includes opportunities to study abroad and gain valuable international experience.
- Renowned teaching staff, with high-profile industry connections, provide invaluable guidance.
UK EU International Tuition fees - 2024/25 entry Integrated Foundation Year: £9,250 BA course: £9,250 If you opt to study the Professional Practice Year, for 2024 you will be required to pay a reduced tuition fee of £1,850. You will also incur additional travel and accommodation costs during your Professional Practice year. Tuition fees - 2024/25 entry Integrated International Foundation Year: £9,250 (see fee discount information) BA course: £9,250 (see fee discount information) If you opt to study the Professional Practice Year, for 2024 you will be required to pay a reduced tuition fee of £1,850. You will also incur additional travel and accommodation costs during your Professional Practice year. Tuition fees - 2024/25 entry Integrated International Foundation Year: £16,950 BA course: £17,500 If you opt to study the Professional Practice Year, for 2024 you will be required to pay a reduced tuition fee of £3,390. You will also incur additional travel and accommodation costs during your Professional Practice year.
