| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | Full-time | 3 - 5 years | September | GBP 9535 per year | GBP 18700 per year |
Photography gives you the power to capture the world. Develop your individual voice through projects that nurture you as a storyteller, and graduate with a creative and entrepreneurial spirit, confident to work in the media industries and beyond.
Why study BA (Hons) Photography at BU?
Explore photography as a critical, creative and professional practice, through a range of practical projects
Work with internationally recognised lecturers and access industry-standard kit including digital cameras and lighting, studio space and digital imaging software
Expand your media skillset during units covering moving-image and media production
Prepare for the future of photography with a focus on visual storytelling and socially conscious practices
Choose optional specialist units to match your interests, including; studio photography, photojournalism, documentary film and cinematography
Collaborate with others, across courses and faculties, in real-world situations such as the BFX Festival, and media industry placements.
Industry-standard facilities
The practical studio elements of the course are delivered in the Poole Gateway Building, which opened in spring 2020. This houses various studio spaces, editing workstations and the kit store. We have a range of digital cameras and professional lighting to support your studies and enhance your portfolio.
Getting hands-on experience with the same equipment used in industry settings prepares you for both your time on placement and your future career.
For September 2025 entry:
For fees and funding information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding
For September 2025 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: 112 tariff points (Grade DMM).
Required subjects: All subjects considered
Please see below some examples of the international qualifications for entry onto Year 1:
For September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in writing, speaking, listening and reading or equivalent.
For more information check out our International entry requirements.
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