Leeds Arts University
UCAS Code: W6W2 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
About this course
This course will provide the opportunities to engage with diverse and innovative approaches to fashion image-making. You will develop your knowledge and understanding while cultivating an experimental approach to produce striking photography and film.
Our vibrant and inclusive learning environment promotes the exchange of ideas and freedom of expression through photography and moving image. We offer hands-on experience in the form of live briefs, publishing, and exhibition opportunities, educational trips, and commissions. Collaborating is greatly encouraged and students have worked with brands such as Mary Benson and Community Clothing.
Your programme of study is informed by current and emerging industry developments. You will work with highly skilled practitioners and specialist tutors who are also experienced photographers. Responding to exciting project briefs generated by commercial brands, designers, or publications, you will push your creativity and professionalism, and benefit from real-life learning opportunities.
The course integrates creative, practical projects with analysis of historical, cultural, and social frameworks within fashion image-making. We want our students to embrace an experimental approach and question approaches to practice. You may work in the studios with high-tech cameras and lighting or loan kit for exciting location work.
We invite internationally renowned speakers to give industry insight and offer opportunities to engage with external practitioners. In the past, students have visited Paris, Milan and New York, plus day trips within the UK. Educational trips and experiences can take a variety of formats, including physical and virtual activities.
Modules
Year one – Develop your creative potential through a range of briefs and tasks that integrate technical skills with experimental ideas. You will be introduced to fashion image-making methods and gain an understanding of the roles of extended creative teams. Learn about lighting techniques and work in a range of locations. An introduction to both the ‘still’ and ‘moving’ image as used across various platforms will be explored to raise awareness of the importance of context for image production.
Year two – You will investigate moving image and digital technology alongside still photography. Experimental and innovative approaches to international briefs are encouraged. Collaboration through creative teams is an essential requirement, and there will be many opportunities for this. Employer engagement activities and industry-facing projects boost your industry links and open progression routes and career pathways within the fashion industry.
Year three – The modules in year three will enable you to consolidate your skills and understanding of fashion photography. You will produce a self directed body of research and critical writing, and a portfolio of creative work that reflects your personal voice as an image-maker. The course culminates with an extensive photographic portfolio that contributes to a spectacular end of year show. Your in-depth understanding of Fashion Photography and real-world experiences will solidify your successful future career pathway.
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