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The BTEC HNC qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the area of photography. Successful completion of the HNC in Photography will also grant the opportunity to move onto the HND in Photography (also delivered at the College), allowing further development of skills in Photography.
You will learn about the many applications of photography with units including photographic techniques, fashion, portraiture and location based projects. Students will be introduced to both digital and traditional methods of photography. Units covered: Year 1
- Professional Development
- Contextual Studies
- Techniques and Processes
- Lighting for Photography
Year 2
- Individual Project
- Photography Practices
- Darkroom photography
- Visual Narratives
Timetables of study and assessment calendars will be available in course handbooks, provided following enrolment. HND Photography students typically partake in classroom-based work two days a week. Class groups are expected to contain around 10-12 students, mixed of those studying both the HNC and HND in Photography.
The programme's specification with further information about how the course is assessed and put together can be found here.
Entry is open to students with relevant qualifications at level 3 including GCSE Maths and English grade C and above (4 and above on new GCSE system). Access to Higher Education Diploma in any subject with Pass, Merit profile. Other related Level 3 qualifications, such as A-Levels, may also be accepted. Students who do not satisfy the entry criteria may be eligible by interview and evidence of relevant industry experience.
Learners who enter with at least one of the following are likely to benefit more readily from an art and design programme: a BTEC National in an art and design subject, a relevant GCE profile with appropriate supporting passes at GCSE (C/4 and above), appropriate work experience. Applicants are required to present a portfolio of their work and will be interviewed before being accepted onto the course.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
Assessment will be through a carefully selected mix of assignments and portfolio reviews. A selection of units on the course will be assessed through a student presentations.
The HNC is recognised by employers as well as providing a pathway for progression to degree level.
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If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2650.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2019-20.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services on 0151 551 7777 or call into our Conway Park Campus. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 to 4pm and Wednesdays 4 to 6.30pm (term time only).
