BA (Hons) Photography

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 72, with at least 17 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 72 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

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 of Bedfordshire offers various scholarships and financial aid options to support students in their academic journey. These scholarships are designed to recognize excellence, support underrepresented groups, and provide financial assistance to deserving students.  

Vice Chancellor's Scholarships: These scholarships are available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and offer a reduction in tuition fees. The scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, leadership potential, and contribution to the community.

Bedfordshire Education Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is aimed at supporting high-achieving students from the local region. It provides a fee reduction for eligible undergraduate students who have achieved outstanding academic results.

Sports Scholarships: The university offers sports scholarships to talented athletes who have demonstrated exceptional performance in their respective sports. These scholarships provide financial support, coaching, access to sports facilities, and other benefits to help athletes balance their studies and sports commitments.

International Scholarships: The university provides scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can help offset tuition fees for eligible international students.

External Scholarships: In addition to the university-specific scholarships, students can also explore external scholarship opportunities offered by government organizations, charities, and other funding bodies. The university's scholarship office can provide guidance and support in finding external scholarship opportunities.

The University of Bedfordshire provide a range of scholarships to help students achieve their academic goals and make their university experience more accessible and affordable.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Photography program from the University of Bedfordshire, UK, are equipped with the skills, creativity, and technical expertise to pursue diverse and rewarding career paths in the field of photography.

Professional Photographer: Graduates can work as professional photographers, specializing in various genres such as fine art, commercial, portrait, fashion, wedding, documentary, architectural, or wildlife photography. They may establish their own photography studios, work as freelance photographers, or collaborate with agencies, clients, and publications.

Photojournalist: Those with an interest in storytelling and documentary photography can pursue careers as photojournalists, capturing images that document news events, social issues, and cultural phenomena. They may work for newspapers, magazines, online media outlets, or news agencies, covering local, national, or international stories.

Commercial Photographer: Graduates may specialize in commercial photography, creating images for advertising campaigns, product catalogs, corporate branding, and promotional materials. They work closely with clients, art directors, and marketing teams to produce compelling visuals that effectively communicate brand messages and engage target audiences.

Fashion Photographer: Those with an eye for style and aesthetics can pursue careers as fashion photographers, capturing images for fashion editorials, advertising campaigns, lookbooks, and runway shows. They collaborate with fashion designers, stylists, makeup artists, and models to create visually stunning images that showcase clothing, accessories, and trends.

Portrait Photographer: Graduates may specialize in portrait photography, capturing images of individuals, families, couples, or groups in studio or outdoor settings. They use their technical skills and interpersonal abilities to create portraits that reflect the personality, emotions, and relationships of their subjects.

Art Director: Those with strong visual communication skills and creative leadership abilities can pursue careers as art directors, overseeing the visual aspects of projects in advertising agencies, design firms, publishing houses, or in-house creative departments. They collaborate with photographers, designers, and writers to develop concepts, set designs, and visual narratives.

Digital Imaging Specialist: Graduates with expertise in digital image editing and manipulation can work as digital imaging specialists, retouching and enhancing photographs for commercial, editorial, or artistic purposes. They use software tools such as Adobe Photoshop to adjust colors, remove imperfections, and create visual effects.

Educator or Workshop Facilitator: Some graduates may choose to pursue careers as photography educators or workshop facilitators, sharing their knowledge and expertise with aspiring photographers through teaching, mentoring, or leading workshops in schools, colleges, community centers, or photography studios.