The MA Photography at Arts University Bournemouth is designed for ambitious practitioners who recognise photography as a potent form of communication, capable of influencing millions. You will explore its application across diverse genres, including advertising, documentary, editorial, fashion, portraiture, and fine art, learning to conceive and create professional work for publication, galleries, or commercial contexts. This postgraduate degree challenges you to apply contemporary academic research and professional practices, pushing the boundaries of photographic conventions and developing your critical understanding of the photography industry. You will gain the skills to articulate complex concepts and produce innovative, saleable work.
This full-time, on-campus Master's programme runs for one year, offering a structured yet flexible approach to developing your visual identity and professional practice. You will engage in advanced study, combining practice, theory, and professionalism through three integrated units: Defining Practice, Master’s Project 1: Investigation & Exploration, and Master’s Project 2: Resolution, Presentation & Evaluation. You are encouraged to build industrial links and work on live projects, potentially collaborating with external organisations for career development. You will graduate with a comprehensive portfolio and the critical awareness needed to become a leading practitioner in the dynamic field of professional photography.