HNC/HND Photography (HTQ)

Our degree-level photography course helps you to establish your independent learning whilst pushing you to explore different creative mediums. You will work alongside students from other creative courses to gain a fully-rounded collaborative approach to projects and prepare you for the industry environments.

The rise of digital photography has created a huge and growing demand for creative and impactful visual media. Set yourself apart from the crowd with our HND in Photography and you will learn the theory and get to put your skills into practice in our cutting-edge studio with an infinity cove and high-glider lighting system.

You will learn how to produce prints in our black-and-white darkroom and use the latest imaging software in our Apple Mac suite. Get the most out of your DSLR camera and put your skills to the test on live commissioned projects that will set you up for a successful career in the industry.

By the end of the course, you will have a portfolio of photographs that demonstrate a sophisticated approach to photography and photographic theory allowing to progress into industry hopefully. Alternatively, after completing this course, you will have the chance to top-up to a full BA (Hons) degree in Visual Media, awarded by Coventry University.

Year 1:

Professional Development
Contextual Studies
Individual Project
Techniques and Processes
Communication in Art and Design
Darkroom Techniques
Lighting for Photography
Photographic Process

Year 2:

Professional Practice
Applied Practice
Collaborative Project (Pearson-set)
Advanced Photography Studies
Branding & Identity
Moving Image
Material Selection & Specification

This course is a degree level qualification which consists of:

Specialist Subject Learning
Professional and Industry Experience
Academic Tutorials and Progress Reviews
Independent Study and Research
Assessment Through Assignments, Projects and Presentations
Development of Academic, Professional and Employability Skills

We offer a range of support services to help you succeed during your studies, including:

Financial support and funding advice
Student finance support
Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) guidance and support
Support from our dedicated Higher Education team
Personal academic tutoring and study support
Wellbeing, mental health and safeguarding services
Access to the Student Minds mental health and wellbeing resources
Academic skills development, including research, referencing and study skills workshops
Careers education, information, advice and guidance
Employability support and progression to university or employment

The tuition fee for this course is £6,100 per year for full-time study or £3,050 per year for part-time study.

There are three ways to pay for your course:

Student Finance. Eligible students can apply for a Higher Education Tuition Fee Loan through Student Finance England.
Self-Funding. Students can pay their tuition fees in full at enrolment or spread the cost across three instalments throughout the academic year.
Employer Sponsorship. If your employer is funding your studies, payment can be made directly by them.

Some Higher Education courses may be eligible for funding through the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), subject to eligibility criteria and funding availability. Please contact the HE Team for the latest information and to discuss the options available to you.

If you would like further information about course fees, funding options, or payment arrangements, please contact the HE Team at HEenquiries@nwslc.ac.uk

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by the Higher Education Team and the Course Lead.

In some cases, where applicants have the relevant qualifications and/or professional experience, we may be able to make a decision based on the information provided in the application and issue an offer without the need for an interview.

For other applicants, we may invite you to attend an interview to discuss your previous experience, career aspirations and suitability for the course to ensure you meet the entry requirements. This also provides an opportunity for you to ask questions about the course and ensure it is the right choice for your future.

Please ensure you regularly check your emails, as all updates regarding your application and any next steps will be communicated by the Higher Education Team.