Gloucestershire College
Gloucestershire College
Princess Elizabeth Way
Cheltenham
GL51 7SJ
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Email:applications@gloscol.ac.uk
Phone:0345 155 2020
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Photography
- HNC
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 15/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Cheltenham
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Both digital and film-based photography are essential areas of visual language. The course focuses on the development and extension of existing skills and knowledge in the production of photography for digital media and print.
There is an option to do a level 4 HNC in one year.
During the course you will be encouraged to develop both creative skills and individual style. The course will also encourage the development of commercial skills and knowledge.
Studies may include a variety of techniques that may include -
Photographic Techniques
Visual Language
Silver-based Imaging
Digital Imaging
Studio Photography
Location Photography
Critical Paper
Specialist Practice
Independent Practice
Professional Development
Modules
Core Mandatory Modules (Year 1)
- Photographic Techniques
- Visual communication in Art and Design
- Ideas generation and development in Art and Design
- Studio Practice in Photography
- Contextual and cultural referencing in art and design
Optional Modules (Year 1)
- Darkroom practice in photography
- Professional practice in art & design
- Fashion photography
- Photographic material, techniques and technology.
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 37C2
- Institution code:
- G45
- Campus name:
- Cheltenham
- Campus Code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Gloucestershire College will recognise other/combinations of equivalent Level 3 qualifications to meet the UCAS Tariff point requirement.
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
T Level - P
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements. Applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion. All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Other
- To study Higher Education at Gloucestershire College, normally applicants will be required to have GCSE English and Mathematics grade 4 (C) or above or have comparable/equivalent qualifications.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | |
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Across all skills. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 53 |
The College also accepts a range of international English qualifications and English language tests that demonstrate the required level of English language proficiency. The ability to demonstrate the required level of proficiency in English and Maths, through an appropriate assessment at the College’s discretion may be considered. All course offer decisions are based on an applicant's individual circumstances and the College will approach each application on a case by case basis.
English Language Requirements - GC Website https://www.gloscol.ac.uk/courses-and-departments/course-details/AM122171/art-and-design-(photography)-hnc%2fhnd/?BackToSearchURL=%2fCourseSearch%2fCourseSearchByFilter%3frestore%3dtruehnc%2fhnd/?BackToSearchURL=%2fCourseSearch%2fCourseSearchByFilter%3frestore%3dtrue
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7400 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7400 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Fees are subject to change, for queries on financial support please contact our Student Services team on 0345 155 2020 (option 5) or visit - https://www.gloscol.ac.uk/student-and-parent-guide/financial-support/loans-and-other-financial-support/
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