edinburgh college photography department
Our BA (Hons) Professional Photography one-year top-up degree is unique to
Scotland. The degree is taught at Edinburgh College and validated by Kingston
University London. It is delivered in only one academic year and is open to
applications who are progressing from a two-year HND in Photography. The course
is designed to enable you to further develop your skills in contemporary and
commissioned photography, preparing you for a future career within the Creative
Industries. You will develop your creative potential as you immerse yourself in
the art of professional photography and learn the wealth of skills needed to
enter this fast-paced and competitive industry. This course is industry-linked
and holds accreditation by the British Institute of Professional Photography
(BIPP) and is endorsed by the Association of Photographers. You will be taught
by highly qualified and experienced lecturers in state-of-the-art Edinburgh
College photography studios including a drive-in facility suitable for shooting
vehicles, advertising, and fashion. The equipment store contains an extensive
range of industry-standard equipment available for loan including
top-of-the-range cameras, lenses, and lighting. In-house colour-managed printing
is available from our new Focal Point, a purpose-built digital printing and
retouching lab. You will receive guest lectures from professionals in the
industry, here you will make essential industry connections for your future
career. Our ethos combines creativity and technical excellence to succeed in an
ever-changing industry. This course is benchmarked by the achievements of our
graduates, many of whom are multi-award winners in national and international
photography competitions. Our successful graduates become employed,
self-employed or progress on to postgraduate study.
