Documentary Photography and Photojournalism
University of the Arts LondonProgram Overview
The Documentary Photography and Photojournalism at University of the Arts London is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Documentary Photography and Photojournalism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Documentary Photography and Photojournalism programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Photojournalism Practice (40 credits)
- History of Photojournalism and Documentary Photography (20 credits)
- Collaborative Unit (20 credits)
- Documentary Practice with Research Methods (40 credits)
- Documentary Practice with Research Methods (continued)
- Major Project (60 credits)
- Final Major Project (continued)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Please provide a CV detailing your education and qualifications and any relevant work or voluntary experience. If English is not your first language it is important that you also include in your CV details of your most recent English language test score.
- IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in each skills is required on this course
- If your first language is not English you should check you have achieved the correct IELTS level in English. Further information is available on our Language Requirements page
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Arts London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London
London, United Kingdom
TheUniversity of the Arts London(UAL) is a publiccollegiate universityinLondon,England, United Kingdom. UAL is the world’s highest-ranked undergraduate art and design university, bringing together...
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
