The Photography BA (Hons) at the University of West London is designed for aspiring image-makers eager to develop a distinctive artistic voice and build a compelling portfolio. You will delve into the history and theory of photography, exploring key concepts and contemporary debates that have shaped the medium. Through an experimental and investigative approach, you will challenge your preconceptions and expand your creative potential, engaging with subjects like identity, place, and documentary practices. This course is ideal for students who are passionate about visual storytelling and wish to cultivate a critical understanding of photographic production.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, offering a hands-on learning experience. You will develop your technical and aesthetic skills through modules focusing on experimental approaches, photographic histories, and the theory behind seeing. In your later years, you will explore narrative photography, the photographic object, and industry experience, culminating in a major project or critical essay. You will graduate with a strong portfolio and the professional practice skills needed to pursue diverse career paths in the creative industries, from curating and publishing to commercial photography and beyond.