BA (Hons) Photography at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

One of the UK's longest-established photography degrees, combining hands-on practice with contemporary ideas in professional studios, digital editing suites, black-and-white and colour darkrooms and specialist print facilities. Students work through portraiture, fashion, documentary, landscape and visual storytelling and take on live industry briefs and exhibitions.

Faculty: School of Social Science, Humanities and Creative Industries | Department: Photography | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Intake: 14 September 2026; 13 September 2027 | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Imaging Methods, Photographic Media, Social Narratives, Contemporary Photography and Audience, Contemporary Photography and Enquiry, Visual Dialogues, Independent Practice and Audience, Independent Practice and Enquiry and Visual Ecologies, alongside Ways of Seeing, Being and Working.

Career pathways

Fine art, editorial, commercial and advertising, fashion and beauty, music and event, documentary, sports, food and architectural photography; photojournalism.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96 UCAS points including a Level 3 qualification in Art and Design. A levels CCC or BCD; BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma MMM; BTEC L3 Diploma DD; Access to HE Diploma (60 credits, at least 45 at Level 3, 96 UCAS points equivalent, minimum 45 credits at merit); T Levels with an overall Pass and at least grade C in the Core; UAL L3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design grade M. Applicants must have studied at least two years post-GCSE; mature applicants with work experience are considered and the process may involve an interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK home fee for undergraduate degree courses taught at the University Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2026/27). Full-time international fee Source

Intake: 14 September 2026; 13 September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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