Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Photography and Creative Industries
- 3 years
- Duration
- 30,890 GBP/year
- Price
- September
- Start
- June
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
The BA (Hons) Photography and Creative Industries course is delivered at London College of Communication and explores new possibilities in photography and creative direction for a new generation of genre-bending creatives. It challenges traditional definitions of commercial image-making, encouraging work that blurs boundaries between advertising, art, fashion, and social enterprise.
You will learn to work with emerging technologies and use ongoing experimentation to cultivate high standards in both professional and personal work, responding to new thinking in racial, social, and climate justice. The course equips you with the foundations to confidently take on commissions, develop an enterprising mindset, and enhance your employability within the creative industries.
Program structure
Year 1
- Introduction to Photography and Creative Industries (20 credits)
- Publishing and Social Change (20 credits)
- Casting (20 credits)
- The Casting Project (20 credits)
- Contemporary Studio Practice (20 credits)
- Creator Identities (20 credits)
Year 2
- The Live Brief (Industry, Community and Collaboration) (20 credits)
- Image Production (40 credits)
- Disrupting Brand Identity (20 credits)
- The Live Brief (Creative Networks) (40 credits)
Year 3
- Creative Direction and Enterprise (40 credits)
- Research Project (20 credits)
- Major Project (40 credits)
- Creative Futures (20 credits)
Optional Diploma between Years 2 and 3
Price
Tuition fee:
- 30,890 GBP per year*
*Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
During your studies, you may need to cover extra costs which are not included in your tuition fees. You might need to budget for materials and equipment specific to your course. You may also need a laptop or other digital tech/software.
Requirements for applicants
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:
104 UCAS tariff points, which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications:
- A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; Photography, Media; Art and Design, Business Studies, or other subjects within Social Sciences).
- Distinction at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4).
- Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Art and Design, IT & Computing, Media).
- Merit at UAL Extended Diploma.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Digital and Creative Media, Film and Production).
- OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum
- And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A-C)
If you do not meet these entry requirements but your application demonstrates additional strengths and alternative relevant experience, you may still be considered. This could include:
- Related academic or work experience;
- The quality of the personal statement;
- A strong academic or other professional reference;
- A combination of these factors.
Each application will be considered on its own merit. We cannot guarantee an offer in each case.
English language requirements
- IELTS level 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
About the university
The University of the Arts London (UAL) produces and encourages the creativity essential for a better future. Its colleges have been at the forefront of innovative education since 1842, creating work with a lasting impact on people and the planet, driven by curiosity, imagination, and purpose.
London is fundamental to UAL's identity, providing a vital context where the university connects and exchanges ideas with individuals from all walks of life. Globally, its creative network influences education, culture, business, and society.
Through innovative research and creative instruction, UAL's faculty and staff bring fresh perspectives to education. The university enables students to build the careers they desire by working with them at every level - from pre-degree to postgraduate, and from short courses to online learning.
UAL's colleges
Ranked second in the world for art and design, UAL comprises six distinct colleges:
- Camberwell College of Arts
- Central Saint Martins
- Chelsea College of Arts
- London College of Communication
- London College of Fashion
- Wimbledon College of Arts
Together, they form a community of creatives, innovators, trailblazers, and storytellers, united in their mission to reimagine the future.
Courses in the visual arts, animation, screen, communication, fashion, media, and performance are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
