HNC Photography (EDEXCEL)

Part Time

Course Details

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Course Code

QAD4BD01/BAPHE

Course Level

Level 4

Where will this course lead?

The course is suitable for anyone over 18, who has already studied photography and wishes to study part time at a higher level and prepare for a career in photography.

What will I study?

The Higher National Certificate develops skills in research, digital imaging, dark room techniques, studio practice, location photography, professional and business studies and the history of photography.

How will this course be delivered?

The course involves practical demonstrations, lectures and assignments.

What qualifications will I get?

BTEC HNC Diploma in Photography (QCF)

How will I be assessed?

To pass this course your work is internally assessed at regular intervals and then externally examined and moderated.

How do I get a place on the course?

An interview is required to join this course. All applications should be made directly to the college.

What are the entry requirements?

At least 1 of the following:
BTEC National Diploma in Photography min grade MMM.
BTEC Extended Diploma in Photography min grade MMM.
A Level Photography min grade C .
National Diploma in Art and Design Studies.
an appropriate Access to Art and Design programme.
an appropriate vocational qualification; City & Guilds, NCFE etc.
and a strong creative portfolio of work.

Mature students, who do not meet these academic qualifications, will have relevant work or life experience taken into consideration.

All students need to be able to demonstrate competency in English and Maths, possess suitable references and have a successful College interview.

If you have a Learning Difficulty or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.

What else do I need to know?

A manual 35mm SLR film camera and DSLR is a requirement of the course.

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

This course can lead you on to careers in press photography, advertising photography, exhibition work, editorial photography and teaching. You may also progress onto a B.A.(Hons) in Photography or a related area.

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

You will need to purchase all photographic materials and equipment, as well as a number of books that we will identified on the set reading list. There are a variety of compulsory visits, including London and Wales to relevant exhibitions and locations.

Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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