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 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

66 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

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

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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.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21902 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

3622 CAD / year

≈ 3622 CAD / year

Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

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Job Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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