Bachelor of Photography
- Preston, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Three-year Bachelors covering professional photographic practice in the 21st century.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Photography to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in exploring photography
- Situating photography. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Photographer in the creative industries
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time course (optional placement year). Modules: history context and near-future of photography
- Exploring photography
- Situating photography
- Photography and the world
- Live assignments
- Materials and making
- Publishing
- Typography
- Telling stories
- Digital marketing and encountering objects.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised upper-secondary qualification for your country of study (for example A levels or IB
- Course pages show country-specific grades such as India 60% from all boards
- Nepal 62%)
- Some courses add subject requirements
- An audition
- Portfolio or interview. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4.5
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 105
- Cambridge 170
- Institutional test 65%
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
- Portfolio
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements for your country
- The English requirement and the deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Apply through UCAS (institution code C30) or the university online application system. Provide academic transcripts
- English test evidence and a personal statement. Interview or audition only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Arts and Media |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left
Scholarships
Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.
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The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,500 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4.5, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 105, Cambridge 170, Institutional test 65%. A portfolio is required.
Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.