Overview

The Photography and Expanded Media programme at the University of Georgia provides a rigorous environment for students to explore the intersections of traditional darkroom processes and modern digital technology. This bachelor level course is designed to foster innovation through a deep commitment to lens-based practices and creative problem-solving. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances technical mastery with conceptual development in a professional art school setting.

Why Photography and Expanded Media at the University of Georgia?

Students at the University of Georgia have access to over 7,000 square feet of dedicated facilities, including a specialised lighting studio with natural north-facing light and a comprehensive sound studio. The programme maintains a close-knit community with small class sizes, ensuring that each individual receives one-on-one attention from distinguished faculty. Additionally, the School of Art provides an extensive audio-visual equipment checkout service, featuring high-end medium format cameras, digital projectors, and professional strobe lighting.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 30878 per year
National fee: USD 30878 per year
Local fee: USD 10034 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum integrates technical tools with critical discussions on contemporary practices and visual language. Modules may include:

Photo Culture
Constructed Image
Digital Photography
Video
Sound
Installation
Darkroom Processes

Careers with Photography and Expanded Media

Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles within the multi-faceted field of contemporary photography and lens-based media. The programme equips students with a professional portfolio and senior exhibition experience, which are essential for entering the creative industries or pursuing further research. Many alumni continue their education in Master of Fine Arts programmes to qualify for teaching positions at the college level or establish successful careers as independent working artists.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Photography

Thematic Inquiry in Contemporary Art

Capstone Exhibition and Professional Practices

Hypermedia

Black and White Photography

Video Concepts and Practice

Color Photography

Advanced Film and Camera

Constructed Image in Photography

Transmedia (repeatable up to 9 hours)

Digital Video

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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102

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media Photography View 908 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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102

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General requirements

The First-Year application fee is $70 for US Citizens and $85 for International Students.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30878 USD / year

≈ 30878 USD / year
Out-of-State

30878 USD / year

≈ 30878 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10034 USD / year

≈ 10034 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

720 - 1170 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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