MA Photography at University of Brighton

Photography at Brighton is taught within the context of the fine arts and oriented around the development of individual projects. The aim is for you to develop a strong and sustainable artistic practice and body of work that you can confidently exhibit and publish. This will give you a strong foundation for developing a career as an independent photographer or artist, or alternatively for more commercial or community-based activities.

Faculty: School of Art and Media  |  Department: Photography  |  Duration: full-time: 1 year; part-time: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Practice-based projects are supported by introductions, tutorials, lectures, seminars and technical workshops. Workshops include demonstrations in the latest digital and traditional analogue processes, involving camera use, lighting, and black-and-white and colour printing. Key professional practice sessions include talks and seminars by photographers, artists, writers and other professionals concerned with commissioning, publishing and exhibiting photography. This module will provide the research tools and strategies to encourage creative experimentation. Modules include Photography Practice 1: Research and Experimentation, Perspectives in Contemporary Photography, Photography Practice 2: Development and Consolidation, Photography Practice 3: Resolution and Exhibition, Professional Development for Independent Photography Practice, Photography Books and Publications, Dissertation.

Career pathways

Our Photography MA has led to students developing strong portfolio careers in the field of the arts and gaining considerable recognition for their work through prizes and exhibitions. Many of our students have gone on to do doctoral study or take up lecturing posts in higher education; others have developed roles working in galleries, publishing, picture editing and community projects.

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