Level One

• Introduction to Photography
• Introduction to Moving Image
• Introduction to Lens Media History and Theory

Level Two

• Advanced Lens Media 1 & 2
• Contemporary Context: Lens Media

Level Three

• Major Project 1 & 2(Exhibition and Portfolio)
• Independant Study: Dissertation

Level one

At level one various aspects of the subject are introduced, providing a basic foundation of visual communication and knowledge. Students are introduced to processes and methods appropriate to both photography and moving image.

Level two

At level two students have the opportunity to specialise in either photography or moving image. In combination with their chosen area of specialism, students begin to plan their career development and engage with professional practice in the creative industries.

Level three

At level three, students have the opportunity to produce a major body of work that demonstrates a thorough understanding of their chosen medium. At this level, the programme focuses upon personal expression and career goals. Students in both disciplines work towards a final exhibition of work, portfolio and show-reel, which will equip them for the professional and artistic world.

The programme is assessed on the basis of course work which comprises project work and written submissions and consists of both formative and summative assessment.

Formative

Formative feedback guides you on the process of your work and takes the form of group and individual discussion. Tutor feedback provides students with guidance on their performance during each module.

Summative

Summative assessment occurs at the end of each module. Student work is assessed against clearly defined criteria and learning outcomes. A summative mark is awarded based upon evidence that all criteria have been complied with and all aims and learning outcomes for the assignment have been achieved.

The programme facilities include: two large photographic studios, darkroom, and high quality digital output. Photographic students can work in a full digital workflow or alternatively, more traditional methods. Moving image students work predominantly in high definition, but also have opportunity to experiment with other film-based techniques and methods.

• All staff are lens media practitioners
• Choice of subject specialisms
• Participation in ‘live’ projects including competitions, award schemes and film festivals
• Public exhibition of student work

Contemporary Lens Media graduates have the opportunity to work in a wide range of art and design contexts including advertising, fashion, media production, community arts, digital communication and education, as well as having the opportunity to study at postgraduate level.

Portfolios should demonstrate an interest, commitment and passion for the subject of photography and/or video; examples of practical work 10-20 pieces are recommended. Photographs can be in black and white or colour, either self or commercially processed. A video portfolio should consist of a DVD (no longer than 5 minutes duration), which demonstrates the best of your work with accompanying storyboards if available. However, portfolios need not be predominately lens-based; evidence of high quality artwork reflecting comitment to art and design is generally, equally acceptable. Portfolios should be well presented in terms of content and layout.

Applicants will need to have one of the following:

• 280 UCAS points, with a minimum of 100 points (i.e. C or above at A-Level) in a relevant art/design subject
• Foundation Art and Design (Pass)
• Equivalent Scottish, Irish or Overseas qualifications
• An equivalent qualification to those listed above, i.e. Access to Higher Education Certificate.

All applicants will be required to have a strong GCSE profile and evidence of an art/design subject and show an art and design portfolio demonstrating creative ability. Mature students with relevant experience and/or portfolio of work are selected on individual merit.

Applicants will be invited for interview, whereby they will have opportunity to go through their portfolio with a member of the academic team.

Interview Tips:

Interviews for photography and video take place in an informal and friendly environment. Students will be expected to have some understanding of the subject and some knowledge of contemporary high profile photographers and/or filmmakers. At interview students will be given information about the programme and encouraged to ask questions.

For further information and funding your study please see our Fees & Funding pages.

Fees and Funding