This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Morley College London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The programme offers an in-depth view into commercial and editorial photography with an emphasis on professional practice and the achievement of a strong portfolio. The interaction of technical theoretical and creative aspects of photography is central in the delivery of the programme, with the focus of keeping up to date with the rapidly evolving photographic industry. Students learn actively through workshop-based teaching in our studio and darkroom. The learning is further enriched with a range of study visits to museums and galleries. Students benefit from a variety of teaching styles by inspirational lecturers that have professional experience as photography practitioners. This is a programme designed to meet the needs and expectations of students aspiring to work in the creative industries. During the course you will build on your knowledge by studying eight units. The broad variety of units will provide an abundance of opportunities to discover the area of photography you are particularly passionate about. You will explore practical aspects of photography and will acquire extensive skills in studio lighting, industry based digital postproduction, analogue photography and black and white darkroom printing, which will enable you to produce impactful photographic images. The theoretical units will provide a historical and cultural framework that will inform your understanding of photography in a wider context. The practical units will be delivered in Chelsea Centre, while part of the theoretical units, as well as tutorials will be delivered online using Microsoft Teams. Teaching takes place in small groups through lectures, practical workshops and regular 1-1 tutorials.
Modules
Units are subject to change but would typically cover:
- Professional Development
- Contextual Studies
- Individual Project (Pearson-set)
- Techniques & Processes
- Lighting for Photography
- Photographic Practices
- Darkroom Techniques
Assessment method
Progress towards achieving the learning outcomes will be reviewed regularly. At the end of each unit the work will be assessed and written constructive feedback will be provided with suggestion for future improvements. Throughout the course students will be greatly encouraged to work independently and entirely supported to achieve their full potential
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Mature students: if you do not meet the entry requirements as outlined above, we may still consider your application based on previous employment or previous study. We appreciate that mature students may have extensive relevant experience gained through paid or unpaid work, or through other types of professional training or sector-related opportunities and this experience may be used to support an application.
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
You should have a digital portfolio of your own photographic work (16-20 images) that you will present/discuss during your interview
Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Students and prospective students require a minimum level of 5.5 IELTS (or equivalent) with no score lower than a 5 in listening and speaking and no score lower than a 5.5 in reading and writing. |
| PTE Academic | 42 | Pearson Test of English Academic |
Students undertaking higher level education need to have a commensurate level of understanding of the English language so as to be able to achieve their qualification. In the case of applicants for whom English is a second language, the interviewer and Central Admissions Team must assure themselves of the applicant’s ability to function at IELTS English Level 5.5 (or equivalent). This is in line with the requirements of the awarding and validating bodies. Where applicants do not hold an IELTS qualification at 5.5 or equivalent, the Central Admissions will ask the applicant to sit an online test (BKSB) to check the suitability of the applicant’s English level prior to interview. Photographic identification will be required. Applicants who have recently completed (i.e. in the last 2 years) a formal programme of study in English at an appropriate level (such as a level 3 BTEC or ‘A’ level) prior to starting their Higher National are considered to be at a suitable level of English without requiring additional evidence..
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
There is a materials fee of £50.00, which covers the cost of essential materials. When visiting exhibitions, if there is an entry fee you will be expected to cover it. You will also need to anticipate the cost of film and darkroom paper, for the completion of the darkroom unit. The academic year will end with an exhibition. For this, there will be additional printing and possibly framing costs.
Provider information
Chelsea Centre for the Creative Industries
Hortensia Road
London
SW10 0QS
Course contact details
Online enquiry form