learn about the theory and practice of photography on this studio-based course. discover photography’s diverse forms within a broad fine art arena and a dynamic studio and workshop environment. practical photographic workshops will help you develop technical skills. you’ll explore analogue, digital, as well as alternative and sustainable processes, optical constructions, moving image and sound. we encourage you to expand your artwork into other media, such as printmaking, bookmaking, video, film, sculpture, painting, performance, coding, ai and more. explore photography as a social and political tool which you can use to respond to the world around you and uncover meaning. you'll learn to situate your artwork as an individual, in collaboration and in professional contexts. we encourage you to find your voice and experiment with different modes and techniques, from capturing personal memories to documenting global histories. by the end of your degree, you’ll understand how to work in professional contexts and present your work professionally. you’ll have developed your own portfolio of work which demonstrates your individual interests, visual range, and strong storytelling skills to potential employers. what to expect the ability to experiment: explore the creative possibilities and limits of photography through introductory and advanced workshops and practical work. tutorial support: develop your practice with the regular support of experienced and dynamic tutors who are practicing artists, photographers, curators, and writers. build towards a self-led practice: identify areas of interest and appropriate and effective making skills. employability and enterprise skills: develop the necessary skills, resilience and creative attributes to work in a wide range of professional settings. test out and refine exhibition techniques and learn how to present to diverse audiences. historical and theoretical knowledge: learn about the global history of photography and emerging theories in photography and related fine art practice. collaboration and co-working: attend lectures and collaborate on projects with students from camberwell’s other fine art degrees including computational arts, drawing, painting and sculpture. professional practice visits: such as visits to artist studios, museums, galleries, research collections, professional printers and framers. access to facilities: use camberwell’s large range of facilities including printmaking, photography and film studios and ceramics, wood and metal workshops. view the camberwell facilities. industry experience and opportunities you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work to an external audience. you can take part in a wide range of seminars and workshops hosted by a variety of professionals and external arts organisations. you’ll be able to take part in the college’s international exchange scheme to study abroad. you’ll be able to extend your degree to a 4-year qualification, with the option to take a sandwich year and complete the diploma in professional studies, diploma in creative computing or diploma in apple development. final year students have the option to undertake a work placement or develop a practical live project as an alternative to the written dissertation. mode of study ba fine art: photography is offered in full-time mode. it is divided into 3 stages over 3 academic years. each stage consists of 30 teaching weeks. you will be expected to commit an average of 40 hours per week to your course, including teaching hours and independent study