Overview

This Photography (Hons) course at York St John University will give you the confidence and skills you need to reach your potential as a photographer. While studying with us you will:

Learn techniques for processing images both digitally and in a dark room

Create images in studios with controlled lighting

Work on location with available light

Work with a range of camera formats, lenses and technologies

Study the theories and histories of photography

Consider the impact your photography has on society, culture and the creative industries

You will apply this learning to different genres of photography. This might include documentary, art, editorial and studio photography.

Career

On this course you will gain the specialist creative and practical skills you need to pursue a career in photography. You will also build skills in project management, independent working and practical problem solving that can lead to a range of other creative roles.

This degree could be the first step toward your career as an:

Advertising photographer

Digital image editor

Editorial photographer

Events photographer

Gallery curator

Picture editor

Small business owner

Programme Structure

Courses

Critical Contexts

Photography Explorations

Photography Practice and Development

Photography Exposition

Independent Research Project

Advanced Studio Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

75

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

127

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

75

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

127

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

104 UCAS Tariff points

3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language

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

12100 GBP / year

≈ 12100 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

London

Funding

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