Professional Photography Level 3 Extended Diploma

Are you a creative person with a strong interest in photography and photo media? Perhaps you want to develop your technical and analytical skills in order to become a much more accomplished photographic artist.

If this sounds like you, then you can get everything you need to improve your picture taking by successfully completing this photography course.

Indeed, this learning opportunity is the ideal balance of theory and practice that can lead to a lifelong love of this unique discipline.

At its core Photography is about communication, and we want you to become a great communicator.

Why choose
Professional Photography Level 3 Extended Diploma?

At Brock we have a large, professional standard photographic studio, a fully-equipped darkroom and computer suites that contain industry level hardware and software.

We also have a well-supplied equipment loan system through which you can reserve whatever you need to realise your artistic visions.

Importantly, you will benefit from being taught by photography enthusiasts who have a passion for both the subject and helping you develop your ideas.

Finally, you will have chances to visit exhibitions as well as outstanding field locations both at home and abroad.

Teaching & learning

You will learn by carrying out assignments and activities that incorporate a wide range of learning experiences.

There will also be a series of practical workshops in areas such as lighting, darkroom manipulation, Photoshop, composition and equipment.

The course can be split into three main perspectives: technical, analytical and creative. Your teachers will work with you to develop your skills in each of these.

Minimum entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 and above to include:
•    English Language
•    Maths

If you have previously taken Level 2 Professional Photography you must have achieved a Merit or Distinction.

Please note, the full course title for these programmes is Art and Design (Photography).

Course structure

• Build a portfolio to evidence your development as a photographer, giving you something to show prospective employers/customers.

• Master experimental darkroom practices as well as digital ones.

• Learn how to use our photographic studio to its full potential in order to develop important skills.

• Study Adobe Photoshop in order to acquire detailed knowledge of digital production techniques.

• Experiment with visual recording, graphic design and mixed media to gain wider skills, knowledge and experience.

• Work on live briefs for real clients.

What can I do with this qualification?

This course aims to broaden your artistic horizons and prepare you for higher level study such as an HND or BA Photography course.

Furthermore, your newly-acquired technical, creative and analytical skills will serve you throughout your life.

Past students have gone on to work as cruise ship photographers, design agency image specialists, national press photgraphers/picture editors, fashion photography assistants, sports photographers, and have also set up their own businesses.

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