Program Overview
The Photography at University of the Arts London is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Arts & Design over 10 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 Photography 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: 10 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- 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 Photography 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
- Unit 1: Professional Photography in Practice (Photographic Technology and Applied Production Skills) (40 credits)
- Unit 2: Critical Approaches (Photographic Culture, History and Theory) (20 credits)
- Professional Photography in Practice (continued)
- Critical Approaches (continued)
- Unit 3: Personal Project (Research and development) (20 credits)
- Unit 4: Professional Identity and Portfolio Development (Professional Context and Progression) (40 credits)
- Personal Project (continued)
- Professional Identity and Portfolio Development (continued)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants should have an honours degree or equivalent experience to be considered for this course. We are looking for applicants who may be progressing from an undergraduate course (or equivalent) and who already have a portfolio that demonstrates a good level of practice.
Alternatively, you could be considering a career change and already have a portfolio of good quality photographic images, and now interested in expanding your subject knowledge and understanding, and developing a career in photography.
Language requirements (International/EU)
All classes are conducted in English. If English is not your first language you will be asked to provide evidence of your English language ability when you enrol.
- IELTS 6.0, with 5.5 in each four skills is required.
- If your first language is not English, you can check you have achieved the correct IELTS level in English on the Language Requirements page.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 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
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, England
The University of the Arts London (UAL) is a public collegiate university in London, England, United Kingdom. It specialises in arts, design, fashion, and the performing arts. The university is a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 10 months