BA (Hons) Photography with Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) Photography with Foundation Year course at Canterbury Christ Church University provides a comprehensive education in photography, covering both the creative and technical aspects of the medium. Students will learn about the history and theory of photography, as well as the practical skills needed to produce high-quality images. The foundation year is designed to help students develop their creative and critical thinking skills, preparing them for the rigors of the degree program. With access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, as well as opportunities to exhibit and showcase work, this course offers a unique blend of creativity and practical application.

Additional Information

Our course is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in photography, covering both the creative and technical aspects of the medium. Students will learn about the history and theory of photography, as well as the practical skills needed to produce high-quality images. The foundation year is designed to help students develop their creative and critical thinking skills, preparing them for the rigors of the degree program. With access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, as well as opportunities to exhibit and showcase work, this course offers a unique blend of creativity and practical application.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Canterbury Christ Church University

At Canterbury Christ Church University, we are committed to providing our students with a high-quality education that prepares them for success in the photography industry. Our experienced faculty have extensive knowledge and experience in the field, and our state-of-the-art facilities provide students with the tools they need to produce their best work. Plus, our location in Canterbury offers easy access to a vibrant cultural scene, providing students with countless opportunities to explore and learn from the world around them.

Develop your creative voice by learning how to take inspiring photographs.

You’ll work alongside our staff, experienced professional photographers, from day one, in industry-standard darkrooms and studios.

You’ll learn about digital and analog photographic production. The course also embeds excellent project management skills. There are regular exhibition and gallery-based sessions, including the opportunity to exhibit your own work.

The course is designed to prepare you for work within the creative visual industries. As a successful student, you will have gained a full range of creative, theoretical, social, technological, and administrative skills and resources appropriate for employment within the creative and cultural industries.

Emphasis is placed on preparation for work readiness throughout the course, including modules in exhibition curation and professional practice. Graduate students may progress to professional employment in photography and the creative industries, further study, or more broadly into a variety of settings where innovation, confidence, discipline, and flair are important.

A Levels: DDE

BTEC: MPP

Access: Pass 45 Credits

International Baccalaureate: TBC

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 64 UCAS points minimum

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.