The course aims to produce the next generation of visually expressive fashion, documentary/editorial, portrait and advertising photographers. We are firm believers that our students should enter the industry as educated individuals, able to engage in the broad dialogue that is expected of creative professionals.

We are looking for those who not only have ambition to produce work of the highest standard, but who also want to push the creative boundaries, challenging industry perceptions and setting the agenda for future generations of successful commercial photographers. You will gain a broad understanding of photographic practice and theory and be guided towards a career in photography and the creative industries.

How does Short Courses Study Abroad work?

Year 1 of the course provides the creative and practical skills that you will build upon during the course. It will introduce you to photographic techniques and processes through units that emphasise digital imaging and studio practice. Photographic themes and concepts in photography are addressed through the consideration of photography as the key medium within visual culture through the 20^th and into the 21^st century. Guest lectures by visiting photographers and industry professionals will support your studies and your learning will be consolidated towards the end of the year when you will undertake a period of work placement and also begin considering your career options.

Autumn Term Modules: 3 October 2011 - 9 December 2011 
Maximum Credit Points available: 60
Maximum Study Time: 600 Hours

• Principles and Practices
• Historical and Critical Studies in Photography
• Digital Darkroom

Spring Term Modules: 3 January 2012 - 23 March 2012
Maximum Credit Points available: 30 
Maximum Study Time: 300 Hours

• Creative Photographic Practice
• Digital Production

Summer Term Modules: 10 April 2012 - 1 June 2012
Maximum Credit Points available: 15
Maximum Study Time: 150 Hours

• Placement

Year 2 of the course will build upon your skills and knowledge and will provide opportunities for you to develop your practice within specific areas of photographic practice. You will be encouraged to reflect on your professional interests and to take responsibility for your learning; developing your creative, research and conceptual skills and combining them with professional awareness and understanding. Where appropriate, 'live' projects and professional collaboration will be encouraged and you will consolidate your career or further study plans as the year progresses. You will have the option to select units that will aid your transition either into employment after graduation or to further study. The year culminates with an end-of-course exhibition of your final work and opportunities to promote yourself to the industry and celebrate your development, through your own website and folio.

Autumn Term Modules: 3 October 2011 - 9 December 2011
Maximum Credit Points available: 45
Maximum Study Time: 450 Hours

• Creativity in Context
• Digital Portfolio

Spring Term Modules: 3 January 2012 - 23 March 2012
Maximum Credit Points available: 60 
Maximum Study Time: 600 Hours

• Critical Approaches to Photography
• Professional Project

Study Abroad Short Course students at the Arts University College Bournemouth pay £3,650 per term for tuition fees (2011/12).