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Overview
Documentary photography plays an important role when it comes to capturing socio-political situations, every-day life, people or different parts of the world. Unlike photojournalists who focus on breaking news, documentary photographers work for an extended period of time on a single topic to create in-depth stories that engage with the public in exhibitions, magazines, newspapers, online or through a book.
In this Documentary Photography course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) you will learn about the history of documentary photography and contemporary documentary practice, explored through the work of influential photographers.
By comparing a diverse range of photographic approaches and by becoming familiar with photo shooting and editing techniques you will develop your own storytelling skills to communicate your project ideas. Throughout the course you will work on assignments and gain invaluable feedback from an award-winning photographer.
Course outcomes
By the end of this course you will have:
- Know about the history of documentary photography
- Understand what documentary photography is today
- Use photo shooting techniques
- Use DSLR settings effectively
- Know how to develop a personal project
- Edit your own photographs
- Be aware of ethics in documentary photography
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- History of documentary photography and contemporary documentary practice
- Documentary Photo Equipment (cameras, lenses)
- DSLR setings
- Powerful visual approaches
- Shooting techniques: composition and framing
- What makes a compelling story?
- Developing personal projects
- Editing
- Ethics of Documentary Photography
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 days
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- multiple start dates available
Language
English
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Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 4.5
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
To take part in the Online sessions you will need:
- An up-to-date web browser (we recommend Chrome)
- Microphone and headphones (a headset with a microphone function is recommended. The built-in microphone in your device would also be fine)
- Webcam
- Strong Internet connection - we recommend a minimum of 2 Mbps download, and 1 Mbps upload, faster if possible.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents420 GBP / full≈ 420 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents420 GBP / full≈ 420 GBP / full
Additional Details
- or £430 depending on intake
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