Photography BA (Hons)

**Why Photography?**<br/>Our Photography degree is a wide-ranging course, which allows you to explore the possibilities of photography as a creative medium and turn you passion into an exciting career path. You’ll examine still and moving photography, exhibition work, installations and curation, while developing expert technical and artistic skills along with a rich professional portfolio of work. With opportunities to gain experience with organisations such as Magnum in New York, Superdry, Photoworks Magazine, the Ashmolean Museum, the Whitechapel Gallery and Capture the Event photography (who covered the 2012 Olympics), our graduates stand out from the competition. There is even the chance to visit international festivals such as the Delhi Photo Festival and Paris Photo (additional costs may apply, see course web page for details).<br/><br/>You’ll draw on the expertise of experienced lecturers, including award-winning photographers. Follow in the footsteps of previous students who have won international awards and make the most of our links with renowned galleries to showcase your own work. You’ll take advantage of dedicated photography facilities such as traditional wet darkroom processing labs, large studios, industry-standard computers and an extensive range of cameras, along with state-of-the-art software spanning all forms of image manipulation and film, video and animation. The course also benefits from affiliation with AOP (the Association of Photographers).<br/><br/>**Why University of Gloucestershire?**<br/>At University of Gloucestershire, we’ve been encouraging students to meet every ambition since 1847. Join us and you’ll benefit from our three UoG promises:<br/><br/>**1. UoG Career Promise** – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching* (*eligibility conditions apply).<br/>**2. UoG Accommodation Promise** – we guarantee all first-year students accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at.<br/>**3. UoG Connections Promise** – whilst at UoG, you’ll find the connections to reach your goals. With over 4,000 placements and more than 60 clubs and societies to join, you’ll make connections for life. <br/><br/>Our ambition is boundless. Experienced lecturers promote a real-world ethos and treat our students as more than just a number. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study. Students never tire of finding inspiration here in the unique county of Gloucestershire – innovation and bravery thrive here. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer the best of city and country living, with the rolling hills of the Cotswolds paired with vibrant nightclubs and stunning parks in the bustling town and city centres.<br/><br/>**After the course**<br/>Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 95% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course*.<br/>*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers.<br/><br/>**Experience an open day**<br/>Book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. Our open days have been designed to inform you, inspire you, and help you make the right decision about your next step. It’s your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what were about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our friendly student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus.<br/><br/>**To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.**