Overview

Students have access to a wide range of specialized photographic equipment and are supported by faculty and staff representing a diverse range of experience. This Professional Photography program from Langara College is intensive and provides the opportunity to develop a comprehensive portfolio.

Students will apply technical and artistic skills to practical projects that are typical of the industry. Studio time is provided to complete the assignments and master the skills necessary to succeed in the photographic industry. This is further enhanced by field trips and regular visits from current industry professionals.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the professional photography program have found employment in almost every facet of the photographic/imaging industry. They are now in positions of leadership and many have opened their own photographic businesses. Immediately upon graduation, most graduates find employment as lab technicians, digital imagers, photographer’s assistants, or freelancers.

The photographic subjects cover such topics as advertising, architectural, commercial photography, copying, editorial, electronic imaging, and manipulation, fashion, industrial photography, lab work, photojournalism, portraiture, quality control, and scientific photography. These photographic subjects are complemented by a good foundation of business and communications fundamentals, including computer applications, necessary for operating or running a small business.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Mathematics for Professional Photography
Studio Lighting
Technical Photography
Creativity and Ideation
Digital Workflow
Photographic Industry Topics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-31 00:00:00

More details

We begin accepting applications 11 months before a program starts.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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110

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Credits

66 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Visual Arts Photography View 153 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in Canada

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

110

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Other requirements

General requirements

Domestic Applicants: BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent) or 19 years of age or older
International Applicants: BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent)
A portfolio
Interview with program faculty member.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

19137 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19137 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

3229 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3229 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Vancouver

1590 - 2686 CAD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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