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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
University of the Arts London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course at University of the Arts London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
Three A Levels at BCC or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences)
You may also need to
Submit a portfolio
Most popular A-levels studied
The Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course at University of the Arts London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Photography | B |
| Fine Art | B |
| History | C |
| Media Studies | C |
| English Literature | D |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Literature | B |
| Photography | B |
| Media Studies | B |
| Sociology | C |
| History | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: P503
Here's what University of the Arts London says about its Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course.
Develop your unique identity as a visual storyteller, learning skills from across this rapidly-changing and dynamic industry from news photography and current events to conceptual documentary, editorial and multimedia.
This course is taught at London College of Communication, at Elephant and Castle, part of University of the Arts London (UAL).
What can you expect?
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Follow an innovative and exciting curriculum rooted in the methodologies of photojournalism and documentary photography as they are practised professionally today.? ?
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As well as gaining an academically rigorous degree, you will acquire the essential skills to become a working photographer, equipping you to produce work for a range of outlets including newspapers, magazines, digital platforms, galleries, festivals, books, and picture agencies. Often our students are working to a professional standard by their third year.??
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The practical elements of the course emphasise learning by doing: you will begin by learning to photograph newsworthy subjects and create topical documentary stories and then go on to develop your own self-directed photojournalism or documentary practice, culminating in a final Major Project and a substantial research project.?
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You’ll be encouraged to become involved with the lively photographic community at LCC and in London; a process which is enhanced by an exciting range of visiting speakers from the photographic and related industries. The course team is committed to diversity in representation of gender, ethnicity, and disability in its programme of visiting speakers and tutors.?
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Complementing the practical and career-focused aspects of this degree course are contextual studies in the history of photojournalism and documentary photography, delivered by academics who are internationally published scholars in the field.
About London College of Communication London College of Communication (LCC) is home to future-facing creatives who explore and rethink what communication is and why it matters. Working across Design, Media and Screen, our diverse, dynamic community creates and collaborates while making a difference in wider society. Taught by experienced practitioners, our students go on to shape the creative industries by forging their own paths in experimental and thoughtful ways. Courses at London College of Communication reflect the breadth of expertise you’d find within the most diverse creative agency. With access to a range of facilities and technical spaces, we learn, research, make and innovate.
Source: University of the Arts London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
Location
London College of Communication | London
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Photography
• Journalism
Start date
28 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £30,890 per year |
| International | £30,890 per year |
University of the Arts London student reviews
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Graduate
Fashion design
7 months ago
The canteen/cafe was quite expensive considering its for a university.
Graduate
Fashion design
7 months ago
Mental health support was great however I feel like I wasn't supported enough by my tutors when it came to my actual work. Tutors were really busy with other students that I felt I didn't get enough time with them. Also negative feedback was given after I had submitted and not before.
Graduate
Fashion design
7 months ago
Most facilities were really busy and some you had to pay for too. Loved the free fabric allowance. Library was really helpful with lots of different types of books and information.
Graduate
Fashion design
7 months ago
Overall an easy going course. There wasn't an overload of work and stress which was nice. Some tutors were really helpful and others were not. Wish they taught us more on sewing too.
Graduate
Fashion design
7 months ago
The actual uni was fine. Lots of different facilities however some of them could only be used by students from specific courses. Interior design and layout was great. The sewing machines and work spaces were really busy.
Foundation year student
1 year ago
Three stars: Good
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of the Arts London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course at University of the Arts London features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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Teaching on my course
86%
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Teaching on my course
86%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
89%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
85%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
77%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
92%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
90%
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Assessment and feedback
90%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
92%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
88%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
95%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
85%
med
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
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Organisation and management
88%
high
Organisation and management
88%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
93%
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How well organised is your course?
84%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
84%
low
Student voice
82%
high
Student voice
82%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
75%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
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Teaching on my course
80%
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Teaching on my course
80%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
78%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
80%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
70%
low
Learning opportunities
74%
low
Learning opportunities
74%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
70%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
71%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
80%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
68%
low
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
85%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
82%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
81%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
90%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
87%
med
Academic support
87%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
86%
med
Organisation and management
72%
med
Organisation and management
72%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
80%
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How well organised is your course?
64%
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Learning resources
82%
low
Learning resources
82%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
80%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
78%
low
Student voice
79%
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Student voice
79%
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
73%
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
82%
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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
82%
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
72%
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Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
Student information
The Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course at University of the Arts London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
The Photojournalism and Documentary Photography course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of the Arts London graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£23.4k
First year after graduation
£26.3k
Third year after graduation
£30.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£21.5k
First year after graduation
£24.5k
Third year after graduation
£27.4k
Fifth year after graduation
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