Photography & Digital Imaging (PHOTO5 – 5M2094)

Course Duration One Year Full-time

Leads to NFQ Level 5 QQI Award in Photography – PHOTO5 – 5M2094

Established over 25 years, the Photography course has a well-earned reputation for producing high quality graduates. Designed to provide an exciting and comprehensive introduction to those with an interest in Photography, it will help to increase each student’s knowledge and confidence as a photographer.

Throughout the course students will investigate various aspects of Digital Photography as well as more Traditional Methods.

One of the main aims of the course is to prepare a comprehensive portfolio that will help students in progressing to higher education.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should be able to demonstrate an existing interest in Photography and, when called for interview, should bring a selection of their own work (15–20 images).
Progression

On completion, students will have a strong Portfolio of images that will direct them towards employment or entry into 3rd level courses. Students may also apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme to a range of courses at universities and colleges of technology.

Examples of possible progression routes:

BA (Honours) in Photography and Visual Media – IADT (DL833)
BA (Honours) in Photography – TUD (TU976)
BA (Honours) Media Production and Digital Arts – TUD (TU982)
BA (Honours) in Communication Studies – DCU (DC131)
BA (Honours) in Film – IADT (DL843)
BA (Honours) in Television – IADT (DL844)
BA (Honours) in Design for Film – IADT (DL845)
BA (Honours) in New Media Studies – IADT (DL837)

Students also have the option to progress to the Level 6 Photography course offered in Stillorgan College of Further Education.

Course content

Photographic Techniques
Digital Photography
Studio Portraiture
Documentary Photography
Black & White Printing/Processing
Narrative Photography
Visual Communications
Introduction to the History of Photography and Visual Culture
Image Processing – Photoshop CC
Work Experience
Communication Skills