The Higher National Certificate in Art and Design (Photography) is a challenging and wide ranging course whose central aim is to introduce students into higher education and employment in the photographic industry.
Students will develop practical, academic and research skills alongside their exploration of image taking and image making. The broad variety of assignments will help students to discover which area of photography they are passionate about, and staff will offer the career guidance needed to pursue their passions professionally.
A fundamental aspect of student’s development is educational visits, which enhance the course experience and underpin all assignments. Previous destinations have included Paris (Paris Photo), London and Dublin, giving students the opportunity to not only add to their own portfolios but also to network with other photographers at an international level.
Guest lectures are also incorporated into the curriculum to enhance students understanding of professional practice and previous guest lectures included acclaimed photographers, curators, marketing and PR representatives and specialist practitioners.
Course Details - Modules
Semester 1: Lighting for Photography; Darkroom Techniques; Photographic Practices; Communication in Art & Design.
Semester 2: Professional Development; Contextual Studies; Individual Project; Techniques and Processes.
Course Details – Assessment Method
The programme is assessed through a combination of written essays, research portfolios, image presentations and evaluations, which will support the practical assessments throughout the course. Formative feedback will support student progression in both written and practical. Self and peer assessment in convener/critique situations will be an essential element of all projects and the feedback from these will enhance student achievement and progression.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
P356
Institution code:
L43
Campus Name:
Arts Centre
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
The College uses UCAS tariff points to standardise entry requirements and make it easier to compare applicants for courses. Therefore, after converting qualifications achieved, applicants should hold a total tariff score for all relevant qualifications of at least 96 points.
Use the UCAS tariff value calculator to check your qualifications at: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator
It is expected that all applicants will hold relevant Level 2 maths and English qualifications equivalent to GCSE grade C/4 or above.
Mature students: The University Centre welcomes applications from mature students who have relevant experience in lieu of the minimum entry requirements. Mature students (over 21) without formal qualifications may be accepted subject to satisfactory literacy and numeracy tests, work experience (if applicable) and a strong personal statement.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Applicants may meet entry requirements through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which awards academic credits through recognition of prior learning via work and other life experiences. Recognition of Prior Learning is either certificated (RPCL) through formal assessment, or Experiential (RPEL) via skills and knowledge developed through work and voluntary activities. Students should refer to the RPL Policy on the University Centre website: www.liv-coll.ac.uk/study-at-the-college/higher-education/he-policies-and-procedures/
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
6673.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6673.0
Year 1
Scotland
6673.0
Year 1
Wales
6673.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
The Learning Exchange
Roscoe Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L1 9DW
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