The course has an international reputation for producing photographers of the highest calibre, and the majority of our graduates go on to work in photography or an allied field.
Look at our list of successful graduates

Students are free to explore any area of photography and have regular contact with practitioners through our Visiting Lecturer programme and periods of industrial release.
The course embraces both traditional techniques and digital imaging, and there are excellent resources for both approaches.

Liaison with Industry

The course has very strong links with several organisations in the photographic industry including the British Institute of Professional Photography, who approve and validate the third year Professional Qualifying Examination.
We are also an 'Apex' affiliated member of the Association of Photographers, which entitles us to visits by godparent photographers and a work experience scheme.

Visiting Lecturers

Our numerous visiting lecturers are a valuable source of inspiration and advice. Every visitor talks to all three year groups and reviews individual portfolios; they help us to address current professional issues, maintain the vocational relevance of the course and prepare students for life after graduation. The list of recent visiting lecturers is too long for this section, but you can click here to view the list of visiting lecturers.

Competitions

There are a number of competitions throughout the year which are a wonderful opportunity to publicise you and your work. Details of the various competitions are put up on the competition notice board, and you will be encouraged to take part. We have probably won more competitions over the last few years than any other photography course in the country. Our prize list includes first prizes in the AoP Student Awards, the Fuji Awards, Metro Awards, D&AD and the Mitsubishi Electronic Imaging Awards.
Our graduates are also incredibly successful in the professional world, as you can see from our prize winners.

Exhibitions

We always hold our graduation exhibition in London and often exhibit in Manchester.
Exhibitions, competition wins and live projects help us to attract good applicants and give recent graduates more credibility within the industry.

Summary of the course

• Excellent resources and equipment
• Outstanding student support & guidance
• Excellent graduate employment record
• Unbeatable contacts with industry
• A course that concentrates on your personal development