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Art and Design (Photography)

City of Liverpool College University Centre

UCAS Code: P357 | Higher National Diploma - HND

Entry requirements


To apply for this programme, applicants will be required to hold a Higher National Certificate in Photography or equivalent Level 4 qualification in a relevant subject.

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About this course


Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

The Higher National Diploma Top-Up in Art and Design (Photography) is a one-year course that builds on previous learning from the Level 4 Higher National Certificate. The course takes an advanced dive in to the artistic, technical, and conceptual aspects of photographic art. Students refine their practical, academic and research skills whilst exploring specialist areas of photography in greater detail and developing skills in art direction and videography.

Study is set with a vocational bias and skills and knowledge are developed through practical and theoretical sessions. The focus is on developing in-demand skills to prepare students for professional life. Studio, darkroom, art direction, and video all feature in the programme. Alongside the many practical skills gained, students develop professional and collaborative skills, whilst improving reflective practice and evaluation. Students also gain transferable skills in areas such as problem solving, numeracy, IT and communication.

Modules

Modules studied:
• Professional Practice
• Applied Collaborative Project
• Advanced Photography Studies
• Conceptual Art
• Art Direction
• Moving Image

Assessment methods

The programme is assessed through a combination of written essays, research portfolios, image presentations and evaluations, which will support the practical assessments throughout the course.

Formative feedback will support student progression in both the written and practical.

Self and peer assessment in convener/critique situations is an essential element of all projects and feedback from these will enhance student achievement and progression.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£6,700
per year
Northern Ireland
£6,700
per year
Scotland
£6,700
per year
Wales
£6,700
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Arts Centre

Department:

Art, Design and Fashion

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