Photography MA

Program Overview

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Students explore their own artistic practices, engage with contemporary debates, and create a body of work for exhibition and publication, preparing them for careers as independent photographers, artists, or in other photography-related fields.

Program Outline

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Outline:

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Semester 1:

• Research and Experimentation (40 credits): This practice module focuses on exploring your own approach, developing research, experimentation, and critical reflection skills.
• Contemporary Debates (20 credits): This theoretical seminar series leads to a 4,000-word essay considering photography's essence, apparatus, and medium in visual art and documentary contexts.

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Semester 2:

• Photography Research Project, Stage 1(20 credits): This lays the foundation for creating initial work in your chosen area of practice.
• Professional Development for Independent Photographic Practice (20 credits): This explores professional structures and career options within photography and the broader field of visual art.
• Dissertation (20 credits): This 5,000-word written dissertation explores ideas related to your photographic practice.

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Summer Semester:

• Photography Research Project, Stage 2 (40 credits): Develop and resolve a body of work for exhibition.
• Photography Books and Publications (20 credits): Realize your project as a publication.

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Assessment:

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Assessment methods:

• Essays
• Dissertation
• Photographic Projects
• Presentations
• Peer Reviews

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Assessment criteria:

• Originality
• Creativity
• Technical Ability
• Critical Thinking
• Research Skills
• Communication Skills

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Teaching:

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Teaching methods:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Independent Study
• One-on-one Supervision

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Faculty:

The course is taught by experienced professional photographers and researchers.

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Unique approaches:

• Strong emphasis on individual practice and development
• Integration of theory and practice
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities
• Encouragement of experimentation and risk-taking
• Focus on professional development

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Careers:

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Potential career paths:

• Independent Photographer
• Artist
• Photojournalist
• Editorial Photographer
• Commercial Photographer
• Gallery Owner
• Curator
• Educator

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Career opportunities:

• Fine art galleries
• Commercial studios
• Media organizations
• Educational institutions
• Non-profit organizations
• Freelance work

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Career outcomes:

• Graduates from the program have gone on to exhibit their work internationally, win awards, and publish their work in prestigious publications.
They have also secured positions in leading galleries, museums, and educational institutions.

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Other:

• The program welcomes applications from students with a background in visual arts, photography, or related disciplines.
• The program is offered both full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years).
• The program is taught at the City campus in Brighton.
• The program has a strong emphasis on critical thinking and the development of a personal voice.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.