Photography

Kickstart your photography career on an Association of Photographers (AOP) accredited course, where two-thirds of your time is dedicated to hands-on, practical learning. Our BA (Hons) Photography degree provides a deep understanding of production outcomes for image editing, print, and web platforms through technical workshops and personalised practical support.
You’ll have access to industry-standard facilities, including black-and-white and specialist colour darkrooms with a Colenta colour processor, as well as three versatile, fully equipped shooting studios.
Our dedicated professional photography technician and expert tutor team will support your individual creative development, build your skill set, and prepare you for a career as a professional photographer.
You will work both on location and on campus, with inspiring field trips and the spectacular Lake District on your doorstep—offering natural environments, diverse culture, and countless outdoor activities to engage with.
A programme of visiting professional photographers provides workshops and expert guidance, leading to valuable networking opportunities and industry insights that will shape your creative practice and future career.

Module Examples

• Photographic Image Capture

• Picturing Place: Culture and Identity

• Networks and Narratives: Photography in the Community

• Immersive Image-Making

• The Photographic Interface: Industry Experience

• Blueprint of Practice

• Independent Research Paper

• Resolution of Practice

https://www.cumbria.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-photography/

A range of graded and non-graded assessments will take place throughout the course. Our programme is designed to encourage inquiry, curiosity, and the exploration of personal interests, allowing you to tailor briefs as you become more confident in your practice. Work and learning outcomes are in tune with industry demands, preparing you for professional practice through portfolios, exhibitions, photo books, and mock interviews.

You’ll be continuously involved in the assessment of your own work and that of your peers; developing critical interpersonal and team-working skills. Examples of the assessment types you will tackle include: Class critiques, written essays, peer review, portfolio reviews, mock interviews, and exhibitions.