Photography (NQ) @ SCQF Level 6

Course description

You will undertake a range of integrated projects developing skills in traditional photography and image editing software.  Subjects studied will include the following: Camera Techniques, Lighting, Studio Photography, Portraiture, Location Photography, Analogue Processes, Digital Imaging, Creative Manipulation, Image Manipulation and File Optimisation. The course content is subject to change.  Essential skills for employment or progression to further study will be developed including ICT, Communication, Digital Skills, Numeracy, Problem solving, Working with others, Time management and Diligence.

Applicants should have a genuine interest in photography that can be nurtured and developed over the course of the programme. This course is suitable for school leavers or individuals wanting to re-skill, re-train, widen or enhance their current skills. The programme provides a broad foundation of photographic skills and experiences relating to studio, location, digital, film and traditional photography. The programme also develops experience of co-operative working, presentation, exhibition, and self-promotion skills that can provide initial entry to employment within the photo-imaging sector or enhance current skills in the workplace.

Learning outcome

The course is designed to provide an option for further study in Photography, which could then lead to employment in a range of photographic careers including self-employment or photographic roles such as advertising, corporate, fashion, press, editorial etc.

On successful completion of the NC Photography students may apply to progress to HNC Photography.