Digital Photography – Essential Techniques

Age

Suitable for adults aged 18+.

Level

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

Experience or qualifications required

None – this is an introductory course. We have no formal academic entry requirements for our short courses.

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

£359

Any additional costs

You'll need to provide basic materials. This'll incur an additional cost if you need to purchase one for the course. See the 'What to bring to class' section below for full details.

Course materials included in the price

Any additional materials and resources not listed below will be provided by AUB.

• A digital camera with access to full manual controls, this could be a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex), Mirrorless camera, or a Bridge camera.
• A manual for your camera.
• A tripod is useful (if you have one).
• Access to a computer between sessions to upload and save your photographs to USB memory device.
• USB Flash Drive (we recommend minimum memory capacity of 2 GB).
• Notebook and pen/pencil for note-taking.

• History of photography
• Photographic genres
• Light and colour
• Camera controls
• Shutter, aperture and ISO control and relationship
• The lens, focal lengths and uses
• Depth of field and field of view
• Focusing systems (manual and automatic)
• Metering and histograms
• Light and lighting
• Photographic peripherals, flash, speedlights and filters
• Colour temperature and white balance
• Digital imaging, sensors, workflow, and file formats
• DSLR and Mirrorless camera technology and comparisons
• A series of optional mid-session assignments to practise and consolidate new skills

At the end of the course you'll:

• Possess a solid foundation of understanding in camera control.
• Have developed your appreciation of photography - past and present.
• Gain a technical understanding of digital camera functions.
• Develop knowledge, understanding, and creativity through a series of engaging practical exercises.
• Possess improved artistic skills.
• 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 academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm your name and the title of course you've completed.

Will I be assessed?

No, there's no formal assessment. There's an optional mid-course assignment to enable you to consolidate your skills.

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.