Photography

The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the area of photography and is taught at our multi-million pound Twelve Quays campus in Birkenhead.

You will learn about the various applications of photography, such as fashion, advertising and landscapes, using both film and digital platforms. You will research and discuss the work of key photographers and learn how to analyse their technique and style as well as developing your own photographic skills.

Timetables of study and assessment calendars will be available in course handbooks, provided following enrolment. HND Photography students typically partake in classroom-based work two days a week. Class groups are expected to contain around 10-12 students. The programme's specification with further information about how the course is assessed and put together can be found here - https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-higher-nationals/art-and-design-2017.html

The HND is recognised by employers as well as providing a pathway for progression to degree level.

Students are required to have a DSLR camera and an external hard drive. Course staff can provide further information and recommendations regarding specific purchases during interview. The course includes trips which students will be expected to make a financial contribution towards. Students will be required to meet the costs of printing and hanging their own work for exhibitions.

Level 4:
Module A: Process and Practice
Unit A1 Concept and Development
Unit A2 Creative Project

These units of work cover areas such as:
• Professional Development
• Contextual Studies
• Individual Project
• Techniques and Processes
• Lighting for Photography
• Photographic Practices
• Darkroom Photography
• Visual Narratives
• Self-publishing

Level 5
Module B: Professional Creative Practice
Unit B1 Personal Professional Development
Unit B2 Professional Project

These units of work cover areas such as:
• Professional Practice
• Collaborative Projects
• Advanced Photography Practices
• Advanced Art Practices
• Negotiated Photographic Projects
• Socially Engaged Practice
• End of Year Exhibition

Assessment will be through a carefully selected mix of assignments and portfolio reviews. A selection of units on the course will be assessed through student presentations.