The Complete Photography Course (SEG Award – Level 2 Certificate)

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

Intermediate or anyone with some experience who want to refresh or develop their skills further.

Experience or qualifications required

You should possess some photography knowledge or experience in order to benefit the most from this course. Ideally, you’ll have previously completed Digital Photography – Essential Techniques. You’ll need to be familiar with camera controls and functions.

If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for you, get in touch with us: shortcourses@aub.ac.uk or 01202 363222.

£1,249

Deposit

You can choose to secure your place with a deposit of £400 and pay the remainder of your fees in two further instalments of £400 and £449. Simply, choose this option when booking your place online. The total balance of your course fee is payable by 1 October 2024. See our T&Cs (below) for further details.

Any additional costs

You'll need to provide your own camera and some accompanying equipment. This'll incur an additional cost if you need to purchase it for the course. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details.

You can expect further costs when printing your images or preparing for a personal project or shoot.

Additional materials and resources will be provided by AUB and is included in your course fee.

• A digital camera with access to full manual controls (including instruction manual); this should be a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera, Mirrorless camera, or a Bridge camera
• Any accompanying camera equipment that you wish to use
• USB or other memory drive; you'll need to upload and backup your photos between classes, so you'll need access to a computer
• USB flash drive (8GB recommended)
• Notebook and pens/pencils to take notes

• Creative controls offered in modern DSLR cameras
• Essential add-ons such as tripods, speedlights, lenses, filtration
• Light, light quality and control
• Metering and histograms
• Lighting techniques (studio and location)
• Post-production options and applications, image enhancement, professional web/print output options and optimum settings
• Image-based visual communication
• How to turn ideas into creative concepts
• Considering themes and subject matter
• Individual and group project-based assignments
• Working to a project brief
• Image critique and portfolio building
• Presentation skills

At the end of the course you'll:

• Be prepared and confident in taking the next step in your creative journey, including pursuing further academic studies
• Possess improved artistic skills and have what it takes to be a successful photographer
• Have a strong portfolio of work showcasing your skills developed throughout the course
• Be able to demonstrate a wide range of photography techniques
• Understand historical and cultural influences and styles
• Be able to independently plan, source locations and resources
• Be able to work from a brief and know what it’s like to run your own project, from concept to print
• Possess an enhanced ability to visually communicate your ideas and develop your visual voice
• Have increased confidence in your own skills and feel inspired
• Have boosted creativity and imagination
• Possess the foundations to continue creating beyond this course
• You can request a certificate to confirm your achievements, providing you've a 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at shortcourses@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed

Will I be assessed?

Yes, if you complete this one-year programme and meet the necessary ongoing assessment criteria set by Skills Education Group you’ll be awarded an accredited Level 2 Skills Education Group certificate.

You’ll take part in group discussions and share your work for feedback. As the course progresses your tutor will measure your overall performance and offer essential guidance and feedback, so you know how you're getting on.