Learn how to plan and produce creative digital photography, audio and media for creative and professional projects.
Course details may be subject to change
Hone your media skills, from perfecting how to use a digital camera to developing audio and video editing skills and even the application of photography to short film production.
This course will consist of practical workshops and instruction, providing the skills necessary to create exciting materials for a range of professional and creative intentions.
You will be taught how to manage a project from planning through to creation of innovative products suitable for a variety of needs, all tailored to you! Through hands-on learning you will explore research, idea generation, framing, technical production and post-production processes, resulting in a final outcome you can be proud of.
Entry Criteria
No specific entry requirements
Study Aims
During the course you will learn the following:
- Using digital cameras ~Developing photo editing skills and understanding of software
- Printing and finishing including application to materials e.g. Mugs, T-Shirts
- Researching applications for photography, including business applications
- Creative planning and idea generation
- Applying skills to creative photography projects and tasks
- Evaluating work against aims
Modules Studied You will study the following modules:
- Use materials, tools and equipment to develop techniques (3 credits)
- Investigate creative enterprise and employment opportunities (5 credits)
- Develop ideas (4 credits)
- Create, present and evaluate final production (3 credits)
Times of Delivery
Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.
Teaching and Assessment
This course will consist of practical workshops and instruction, providing the skills necessary to create exciting creative photographs for a range of professional and creative intentions.
You will be taught how to manage a project from planning through to creation of framed prints, t-shirts etc. Through hands on learning you will explore research, idea generation, framing, technical production and post-production processes, resulting in a final product you can be proud of.
Learning will be captured in the form of a workbook of activities and reflection.
You could progress onto a relevant Level 3 course at New College Durham.
