FdA Photography*
Start Date: 7th September 2026
- Length 2 years
- Study Full-Time
- Location Rye Hill Campus
Qualification Gained
Fda Photography (awarded by NCG)
More about the course
This practical degree is affiliated with the Association of Photography and will teach you fundamental technical and studio skills, such as lighting, camera operation, dark room practice and location photography.
Developed in consultation with photographers Christine Harding, Mark Taylor and Mike Baster, this degree is focused on commercial photography and ‘capturing a moment’.
You will be passionate about the visual world and have strong communication skills, vital on any photo shoot. During the course you will study topics such as composition and the history of photography and cover areas of photography including still life, portraiture, food and editorial to help you become a well-rounded photographer.
Studying in our dedicated digital arts facilities, you will have access to a range of professional resources, including our purpose-built photographic studio.
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What can I do with a qualification in Digital Arts?
Daily tasks:
- Directs the arranging of conferences, exhibitions, seminars, etc. to promote the image of a product, service or organisation.
- Stays abreast of changes in media, readership or viewing figures and advertising rates.
- Reviews and revises campaign strategy in light of sales figures, surveys, etc. and takes appropriate corrective measures if necessary.
- Conceives advertising campaign to impart the desired product image in an effective and economical way.
- Defines target group and implements strategy through appropriate media planning work.
- Liaises with client to discuss product/service to be marketed and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives.
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