**Develop the professional skills for a successful career. From building a distinct portfolio through to pitching and quoting for commissioned work, and an in-depth look at the production stages involved in all areas of the commercial photography industry.** **Why study BA (Hons) Commercial Photography?** - Study and challenge a range of photographic genres including documentary, editorial, advertising, fashion, product and portrait photography - Produce individual and collaborative authored work to a high commercial standard - Develop specialist knowledge, skills and opportunities required to pursue your commercial ambitions - Gain an understanding of the photography industry through examining a range of historical, social cultural, ethical and topical debates - Enter national and international competitions such as those organised by the Royal Photographic Society, the Association of Photographers and the British Institute of Professional Photography. **Wide Range of Projects:** The craft and practice of photographic production is at the heart of this course. You will undertake a wide range of projects including professionally guided assignments, research into the industry as well as the production of a professional-style portfolio. The Salisbury campus of Wiltshire College & University Centre has outstanding studio space, equipment and facilities that enable you to gain experience of working with industry standard equipment. **Fully Equipped Studios:** You will work in fully equipped studios and have access to state-of-the-art facilities including a post-production computer suite, a range of high-end professional cameras (all formats) and lighting equipment. You will have the opportunity to use the latest digital imaging software as well as traditional techniques for post-production work thus increasing the opportunities for creative solutions to contemporary communication challenges. **Longstanding Success:** You will also be encouraged to continue our longstanding success in entering national and international competitions such as those organised by the Royal Photographic Society, the Association of Photographers and the British Institute of Professional Photography.

Introduction to Photographic Practice | Approaches to Commercial Practice | Professional Development | Moving Image | Image Concepts and Contexts

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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.

Course code: W641

Institution code: B50

Campus Name: Wiltshire College - Salisbury

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 4

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

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Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading.

Student satisfaction : 63%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
EU	15250.0	Year 1
International	15250.0	Year 1

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850. Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.

Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Poole
BH12 5BB