Where will this course lead?

There are more community courses available or you may decide to progress onto a higher level photography course,

What will I study?

A short beginner course that is open to all, run by leading people and place visual communicator Tom Campbell. We will cover camera handling, the exposure triangle, composition, depth of field and portraiture - how to get the best out of your subjects. Come and join me to on a creative journey through the lens. Additional needs & neurodiverse very welcome. At the end of the course, see where it will take you next: personally and professionally.  

How will this course be delivered?

6 x weekly sessions delivered as a workshop in the photography studio at Blossomfield Campus.

What qualifications will I get?

No formal qulaifications 

How will I be assessed?

Ongoing assessment throughout the course by the tutor. No formal examinations

How do I get a place on the course?

Please telephone: 0121 678 7000, option 2 for Enrolment. Otherwise, e-mail: community @solihull.ac.uk and ensure you provide your: name, telephone number, course title you would like to attend. You can also click enrol now and complete the link to enrol.

 

All courses, including those with a fee shown will be free for you to join if you are:

  • In Receipt of Job Seeker Allowance

  • In Receipt of Employment Support Allowance

  • In Receipt of Universal Credit

  • In Receipt of another income based benefit (not JSA/ESA/UC)

Students must also meet the residency criteria in the Adult Skills Fund rules 2025 to 2026.

What are the entry requirements?

You must be aged 19+ 

Please let us know at enrolment if you have any additional needs 

Introduction to Professional Photography

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.