Photography BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Photography BA (Hons)
Create, explore and analyse images, discovering the medium’s endless potential. Gain deep insight into photographys cultural, historical and professional context, and develop the skills, style and confidence to thrive in the creative industries.
Creative freedom and professional facilities
Experiment with analogue and digital tools, refine technical skills and explore your artistic voice in a supportive, well-equipped setting.
Real-world experience
Use photography to address global and environmental issues, collaborate with...
Create, explore and analyse images, discovering the medium’s endless potential. Gain deep insight into photographys cultural, historical and professional context, and develop the skills, style and confidence to thrive in the creative industries.<br/><br/><strong>Creative freedom and professional facilities</strong><br/>Experiment with analogue and digital tools, refine technical skills and explore your artistic voice in a supportive, well-equipped setting.<br/><br/><strong>Real-world experience</strong><br/>Use photography to address global and environmental issues, collaborate with charities and broaden your perspective through European trips and international study opportunities.<br/><br/><strong>Inspiring career pathways</strong><br/>Enjoy Plymouth’s coastal lifestyle, blending nature and creativity from Dartmoor shoots to paddle boarding. Learn from industry professionals and join a network of successful alumni in diverse photography careers.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- you have creative curiosity and a desire to explore ideas visually<br/><br/><br/>- you are interested in collaborating with other creatives on shared ideas and projects<br/><br/><br/>- you want to master and experiment with both digital and analogue tools<br/><br/><br/>- you are excited to venture onto a varied and dynamic photography career. <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W640
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
Including a minimum of 2 A Levels
Scottish Higher
In combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably Art & Design, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
In any subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 tariff points. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
In any subject
AS
Considered in combination
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 tariff points, including two Advanced Highers English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
A level
104 tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
In digital production, design and development.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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