The Complete Photography Short Course

Course description

This 20-week Complete Photography Short Course offers a comprehensive exploration of photographic techniques, blending theoretical lectures with hands-on practical exercises and covering a wide range of mediums, from cameraless and analogue to digital and 3D photogrammetry.

The course offers students the opportunity to develop their own practice and produce a unique body of work and portfolio. In the first term, students will be taught a complete range of photographic skills and techniques. In the second term, students will apply their new skillset in order to create their own body of work based on their individual photographic interests, with support from the tutors and their peer group.

The course offers a foundational overview of the various processes of photography from analogue to digital and 3D and would be beneficial for anyone wanting to create a portfolio to apply for a degree or MA course.

To get the most out of the course, students will be expected to work around 4 hours outside of class to produce and engage with their own practice. This may be in the form of briefs or self-directed research.

Please note: This course runs on Saturdays. There will be no access to facilities and tutors outside of Saturday class time.

Who should attend?

This course is aimed at anyone wanting to develop their portfolio to apply for a degree or master’s course or develop their own practice by creating a portfolio of work.

The course would be a great choice for anyone with an interest in the medium of photography. No formal experience is required as the course is designed to help students develop their skills from beginner to further advanced level.

Level: all levels welcome

Please note: this course is for students aged 18 and older.

Course outcomes

By the end of the course students should:

• Understand camera controls to achieve a range of different photographic outcomes
• Have experience with a range of cameras: Analogue 35mm / Medium format / 5x4; Digital 35mm / Medium format
• Have expanded their knowledge of processing black and white and colour film, scanning, digital post-production and archiving, editing for specific contexts within the photographic industry, black and white hand-printing, colour printing, alternative processes (cyanotypes / liquid light), shooting in a studio using flash and location studio using flash, 3D scan an object and use photogrammetry to make a 3D life model.
  
• Have learnt how to develop a photographic practice through practice-based learning and research

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
• New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that’s crystal clear and easy to understand.

Experience life on campus:  

• Study at Central Saint Martins, Granary Square a world-famous art and design college
• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe    
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline    
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time    
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments    
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time    

Digital credentials (certificate of completion and digital badge):

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it.
• Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course.
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience.
• Certificates and digital badges are great way to enhance your CV, celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.

Payment plans

The Complete Photography Short Course is eligible for a payment plan and must fit the following criteria to request:

• The course start date must be at least 4 months away from booking
• The course fee must be paid in full 4 weeks before course start date

A 50% deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is divided into 3 monthly payments, payable via Flywire.

For example, if the course fee is £4,950, 50% of this is due upon booking (£2,225), followed by 3 monthly instalments of £742 per month.

Normal UAL Short Course T&Cs apply.
Contact ualshortcourses@arts.ac.uk for more information.