Commercial Photography & Cinematography FD

This Foundation Degree in Commercial Photography and Cinematography is a creative and practically oriented programme designed for those who wish to gain the skills and experience necessary for the photography and cinematography industries. <br/><br/>You will be engaged in the making of various visual projects, encompassing a wide range of photographic genres, commercial cinematography, corporate cinematography, sound recording, editing and colour grading. In doing so, you will have opportunities to explore a range of industry roles and network with local experts in the field. The aim of the programme is to increase your technical competence, hone your creativity and develop autonomy. <br/><br/>Covering a range of pre-production, production, and post-production roles in a highly collaborative nature, this 2-year programme facilitates learners to enter the industry with confidence and even a sense of familiarity. <br/><br/>This course will allow access to our state-of-the-art studio facilities and the use of professional lighting, camera and sound equipment including Sony A7Siii’s, Red Komodo’s, Medium Format Cameras, BMPCC4K’s, Ursa Minis, Canon C300’s, Aputure and Nanlite lighting and Rode, Zoom and Seinnheiser sound equipment. In second year, learners will also get training in dark room techniques and shooting 35mm film photography. We also have a state-of-the-art large format photographic printer allowing us to print professional photos in-house. <br/><br/>Our lecturers continue to develop in their practice and are active in the industry providing learners with the most up to date and industry relevant training. We are a Blackmagic Design Education Partner, and our lecturers are certified trainers with Blackmagic design. Da Vinci Resolve provides cutting edge, editing, colour, sound, and VFX post-production as well as industry leading collaboration features. Lecturers are also certified in Lightroom, photoshop, capture one, premier pro, and avid media composer<br/><br/>E3 Studios is uniquely equipped with fully operational, state-of-the-art production studios that are designed to give students hands-on experience of the industry, we deliver award winning bespoke courses in Film, Factual Television & Journalism, VFX and Commercial Photography & Videography. <br/><br/>This programme of study is likely to include enrichment units which are an additional component to enhance your employability. <br/><br/><strong>Key Areas of Study:</strong> <br/><br/>Cinematography (Lighting and Camera) <br/><br/>Photography (Lighting and Camera) <br/><br/>Video Editing <br/><br/>Photo Editing <br/><br/>Colour Grading<br/><br/>Audio Mixing<br/><br/>Capturing and developing film photography<br/><br/>Working with clients<br/><br/>Developing your artistic voice<br/><br/>Ready to take your career to the next level in Photography & Cinematography? Explore the links below to learn more about our validated awards and regulations: <br/><br/>OU Handbooks and Regulations can be found under the Higher Education section of our public documents:<br/>https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/about-us/corporate-information/public-documents<br/><br/>Please read our Terms and Conditions before applying for or enrolling on any of our courses: https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.belfastmet.ac.uk%2Fmedia%2Fgjoj3uq4%2Fbelfast-met-terms-and-conditions-for-enrolment-and-application-2026-27-v1-oct-2025.docx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK