Photography BA (Hons)

Award-winning contemporary photographers and pioneering artists such as Helen Cammock have studied photography at Brighton. <br/><br/>Our emphasis is on the creative exploration of photography. This is a degree that lets you to develop your individual style as you build the technical and analytical skills required for photography practices such as fine art, editorial, fashion, documentary and commercial photography. <br/><br/>You’ll be working in an experimental and critical environment, learning with practising artists and researchers. Our aim is for you to graduate with your own style, ready to join the creative industries and maximise your employability.<br/><br/><strong>TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Based in a vibrant school of art and media, you will be joining a dynamic community in central Brighton, an artistic and progressive city.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore a range of photographic methods and technologies, including traditional analogue processes and digital technology.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Highly experienced photographers and artists make up the staff teaching team.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• A team of helpful technicians are on hand to guide and support you in the studios, processing areas and darkrooms.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Option modules throughout your course enable you to combine practice and theory, and tailor the degree to your specific career and creative ambitions.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore the theory of photography, learning about its history and critically considering all aspects of the practice, from composition to post-production to curation.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Excellent kit room with a wide selection of cameras.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry-standard facilities where you will use sophisticated lighting and camera equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Visiting artists, writers, photographers, gallerists and media professionals share their experience, giving a window into the creative and business aspects of the media industries.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Exchange opportunities with Nagoya University of the Arts in Japan.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities to exhibit throughout the course, culminating with the major graduate show in the final year. <br/><br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!