MA Creative Direction for Fashion
The MA Creative Direction for Fashion program at UCA is renowned for its nurturing crea...
MA Fashion Photography
Epsom
INTAKE: Jan, May & Sept
Program Overview
The MA Fashion Photography program at UCA is a distinguished course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the art and business of fashion photography. This program is marked by its focus on both the creative and commercial aspects of fashion photography, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to excel in the dynamic and demanding field of fashion imaging.
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Creative Mastery: The curriculum is designed to nurture students' creative talents in fashion photography. It covers conceptualization, lighting techniques, composition, and post-production, enabling students to create stunning visual narratives.
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Fashion Industry Insights: Students gain valuable insights into the fashion industry, understanding the nuances of fashion trends, branding, and storytelling through imagery.
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Professional Photography Equipment: UCA provides access to state-of-the-art photography equipment and studios, allowing students to experiment with various photographic techniques and technologies.
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Collaboration: The program encourages collaboration with fashion designers, stylists, makeup artists, and models. Students work on fashion shoots, building a professional network and portfolio.
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Editorial and Commercial Photography: Students are exposed to both editorial and commercial photography, preparing them for careers in fashion magazines, advertising agencies, and fashion brands.
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Portfolio Development: Graduates develop a strong portfolio of fashion photography work, ready to showcase their talent to potential employers and clients.
Location
Epsom
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 18000
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
Academic Qualifications:Minimum average percentage of 60% in undergraduate studies is often considered, some courses may have higher minimum percentage requirements.
English Language Proficiency :
- IELTS: The minimum required overall score is usually between 6.5 and 7.0, with a minimum score of 6 in each component.
- PTE Academic: The minimum required overall score is typically between 58 and 67.
- TOEFL: The minimum required scores are usually between 90 and 95 for the internet-based test (iBT) and 575-600 for the paper-based test (PBT).
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) recognizes the importance of providing financial support to students pursuing their creative arts education. University for the Creative Arts offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to help students with the costs of tuition fees and living expenses.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and are open to both domestic and international students. The scholarship amount varies and can contribute towards tuition fees or living expenses.
International Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The eligibility criteria, application process, and scholarship amounts may vary.
University for the Creative Arts Creative Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional talent and creative potential in their chosen field of study. The Creative Excellence Scholarships are available for various disciplines within the creative arts, such as fine arts, design, fashion, media, and more.
External Scholarships and Funding: University for the Creative Arts encourages students to explore external scholarship opportunities and funding sources. There may be scholarships offered by government organizations, charitable foundations, or industry associations that are applicable to creative arts students. University for the Creative Arts provides guidance and support to help students identify and apply for external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates from UCA's MA Fashion Photography program are well-prepared for a wide range of exciting career opportunities within the fashion and photography industry.
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Fashion Photographer: Graduates can pursue careers as fashion photographers, shooting editorial spreads, advertising campaigns, and fashion catalogs for magazines, brands, and agencies.
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Fashion Photo Editor: For those with an eye for selecting the best images, careers as fashion photo editors involve curating and editing fashion photography for publications and brands.
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Commercial Photographer: Graduates can specialize in commercial photography, working on product shoots, e-commerce photography, and advertising campaigns for fashion and retail brands.
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Freelance Photographer: Many graduates choose to work as freelance photographers, allowing them to take on a variety of fashion-related projects and maintain creative independence.
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Fashion Brand Photographer: Some graduates work in-house for fashion brands, creating visual content for marketing materials, websites, and social media.
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Photography Educator: For those interested in teaching, careers as photography educators or lecturers allow graduates to share their expertise with aspiring photographers.
