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Ph1: Introduction to Digital Photography

Overview

This course helps you become proficient in using a digital camera and the computer software techniques needed to handle and process the images. Avoiding unnecessary jargon and assuming no prior experience of digital imaging, the course guides students by practical experiment.

What does the course cover?

  • Filmless photography and its impact on your picture taking
  • Confidence in using digital technology
  • The adaptable digital camera
  • Basic image editing
  • Working with more advanced techniques.

Course Assessment

You will receive comments and direction from your tutor throughout the course. If you choose to have your work formally assessed, you will receive details on submitting a folio of work with the course materials.

Higher Education Credit: 40 credit points at Level 1.

Tuition:


Postal tuition you send work to your tutor for comments and direction.

Time Guide:

To complete the course in 9-12 months requires about 6 hours study a week.

Materials:

A course pack is provided and will be sent to you by post.

Fees:

£580 full fee or £215 deposit and 6 x £74 monthly payments, totalling £659