BA (Hons) Photography at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Photography explores the professional practice of photography in the 21st century, with practical skills in exposure and metering, digital workflow, colour and black and white printing, studio lighting, large and medium format, exhibition installation and moving image. Study is based in the Bonington building on City Campus.

Faculty: Nottingham School of Art & Design | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students focus on areas such as art, documentary, editorial, commercial, advertising and critical writing. Year one core modules include Exploring Photography, Situating Photography, History and Context of Photography and Near-Future of Photography, alongside the collaboration module and optional exchange in year two.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for careers in photography or photo-related activities; graduates work as photographers, photography technicians, studio assistants, stylist photographers and digital content executives. Work experience has included Surface Gallery, JD Sports Fashion and Nottingham Contemporary.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications. Contextual offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications. A portfolio is required (digital portfolio at application; an online interview may follow). International applicants: 112 points or equivalent, a portfolio, and NTU's English language requirements.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement

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