Creative Centre
NQ Photography
SCQF Level: 5/6
The skills you learn on this course will lay the foundations required to pursue a career in professional photography.
Duration
One academic year. You will need to attend College for 18 hours of variable, timetabled study per week, plus commit to undertake further self study of approximately 6 hours per week.
Aim
You will gain knowledge and expertise in subjects such as camera technique, photographic processing in monochrome and colour, studio and location portraiture, reportage, digital imaging, advanced darkroom techniques, communication and information technology.
Opportunities
You will be encouraged to take part in exhibitions, competitions and to build a portfolio of work.
Entry
- Preferably you will have Standard Grades at General level including English. We may consider other types of qualification.
- Mature students who may not have formal qualifications, but who can demonstrate creativity and commitment to learning, are encouraged to apply.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Education: Possible progression to HNC Photography.
Employment: Working in photography studios, photo finisher, working in new media, freelance photographer.
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