BA(Hons)Fashion Photography

Study location	United Kingdom, Falmouth (Penryn Campus)
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA(Hons)
Course code	W641

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill) CAE: 168 (with a minimum of 162 in each skill)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	falmouth.ac.uk/fashionphotography

Overview

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Programme structure

*Year One *

During year one you’ll explore the analytical, creative and technical potential of fashion photography, both in the studio and on location. A series of editorial and advertising briefs with accompany lectures and workshops to encourage you to understand the expressive and dynamic nature of fashion image-making. You’ll be encouraged to explore your personal identity as a practitioner through investigating how personal practice relates to a broader arena of art and design.

o Optional study trips during London Fashion Week
o Opportunity to interview industry professionals. Previous interviews include Rankin, Tim Walker, Nick Knight, David Bailey and Mary Katrantzou
o Opportunity to create a Zine with Clive Crook, founding art director of ELLE magazine, UK
o Explore practice in studio and on location
o Post-production: high-end retouching and compositing
o The business of working as a fashion photographer
o Histories and theories

*Year Two *

The creative possibilities in fashion image-making are infinite. This year seeks to explore the impact of new media through experimental fashion film, animation and the manipulation of photographic imagery using non-destructive retouching. A platform for discussion and experimentation encourages students to realise a diverse portfolio of work that demonstrates a sensitive and considered use of light, colour. tone, composition and form. You’ll also negotiate a personal body of work to locate individual interests, develop specialist practices and explore a ‘signature style’ of image-making.

o Optional study trip to an international fashion centre
o Live project collaboration with industry brands and clients
o Live brief explores fashion filmmaking. photography or animation
o Digital imaging: Advanced high-end retouching and compositing
o Histories and theories
o Erasmus placement opportunities
o Continued contact with industry professionals

*Year Three *
In year three you’ll define and complete a final major project and be encouraged to exhibit your work. You’ll explore critical reflection. self-awareness and should develop your own professional identity. You’ll gain an increased awareness of the need for a resourceful and professional approach towards building a career as a professional image-maker. and devise a personal strategy for continuing your practice and advancing your skills.

o Professional development as a fashion photographer
o Final major project
o Major exhibition
o Extended research project

Career opportunities

o Fashion Photographer or Filmmaker
o Picture Editor or researcher
o Agent o Creative Art Director or Manager
o Retouching Artist or Multimedia Specialist
o Roles in related fields of fashion, film and advertising

Student placements have included:
o ELLE
o Harper’s Bazaar
o i-D o Ted Baker
o Paul Smith
o DC
o TANK
o Wonderland
o Big Sky Studios
o Christopher Kane
o Hunger Magazine
o 1883 Magazine
o Toni & Guy