Bachelor
School of Arts & Sciences, Fremantle Campus
The Photography Major integrates theory and practice through an applied study of photography to provide the creative and artistic tools necessary for emerging photographers. You will take hands-on production classes that expand your knowledge in a collaborative environment. Our program is structured to guide you from introductory to advanced photography practices. We offer a range of courses to ensure a holistic knowledge of the craft of photography.
Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education:
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:
Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.
Photographers play an important role in capturing the images of our times. The power of an image cannot be underestimated. The Photography Major gives you the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to create powerful images now and into the future.
You will develop your practical skills through hands-on experiences, including working with community groups and other organisations, culminating in a public exhibition of your works.
Your portfolio of work will cover genres and styles that effectively communicate with people in a variety of contexts. Your portfolio will also be an effective advertisement for your creativity and skills as you begin your chosen career.
Combining a major in Photography with a second Major or Minor, such as Journalism, Film & Screen Production, Social Justice or Environmental Management, will provide you with a skill set that will open up a number of employment opportunities.
Skills such as working to a creative brief, collaboration, critical thinking, objective analysis, constructive feedback, and successful management of workflow and time pressures will also stand you in good stead with employers.
The Bachelor of Arts majoring in Photography can be studied as part of a double degree. Graduates can later undertake a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Photography is available as a Major and Minor in the following programs, including double degree variations: