For the second part of my summer assignment I researched potential university courses, assuming that was what I end up doing after college. After deciding I wanted my university to be close enough to come home each night, as I don’t want to move out of my house, I used the UCAS course search as a starting point. Of course, this narrowed down my options a lot, as the transport around my area isn’t very good. I started by doing a general search on photography, and got over 500 results. So, I narrowed down my search by area, and digital photography. After reading through each course, these are the 5 courses I came up with:
1. Staffordshire – Photography.
2. Manchester Metropolitan – Photography and Digital Imaging.
3. Central Lancashire – Photography and Journalism combined.
4. St. Helen’s – Photography.
5. Mid-Cheshire – Contemporary Photography.
Staffordshire University.
I chose Staffordshire University’s photography course because it comes highly recommended by both past and present students. This course will challenge me, and expand my horizons in terms of how I use/view photography. The course also aims to develop my professional practice and enhance my chances of future employment. My research techniques will also be improved, along with giving me the opportunity to direct my own work.
Entry requirements – 240 UCAS points.
Manchester Metropolitan University.
I chose Manchester Metropolitan’s course in photography and digital imaging because it gives me the opportunity to study as well as pursue part-time industry-related work. This course also boasts the latest technology and will allow me some choice regarding what I work on. Studying on this course will equip me to work directly in the photographic and digital media world. This course also offers further development of my digital skills, which some of the other courses I researched didn’t.
Entry requirements – 160 UCAS points.
University of Central Lancashire.
The University of Central Lancashire’s photography course boasts experienced lecturers that will develop my creative skills. The core of the course consists of experimenting with and evaluating my own work. The course will also give a head start in the media world and will enable me to attain relevant skills. The course also includes intensive workshops and guest speakers, who have experience in the industry. This course appeals to me because it is both creative and vocational.
Entry requirements – 260 UCAS points.
St. Helen’s College
I chose St. Helen’s College and their photography course because it focuses on expressing your views through photography, discussions and peer critiques. The course also prioritizes one-on-one tuition and help. The course boasts a delicate balance of theory and practice. The course uses both analogue and digital photography, unlike many other courses I looked at. The facilities are said to meet industry standards, and the course is run by professional photographers. The professionalism of the course is what appeals to me.
Entry requirements – 120 UCAS points.
Mid-Cheshire College
Mid-Cheshire College’s photography course appeals to me because it offers a wide range of photography, from documentary and conceptual photography to portraiture and studio-based work. This intrigues me because I am still unsure what avenue of photography I would like to pursue. This leaves my options open for the future and at the same time opens up my choices for a career. Entry requirements – 120 UCAS points.
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