BA (Hons) Photography
This three-year or four-year international route Bachelor of Arts in Photography will introduce you to the fundamentals of the creative industry, specifically focusing on photography, and provide you with the opportunity to refine a career path in this specialised field.
Faculty of Creative Industries
Programme Overview
Berlin School of Business and Innovation is in partnership with University for the Creative Arts (UCA). As a result of this partnership, BSBI is able to offer the BA (Hons) Photography programme. UCA is an acclaimed creative institution in the UK that ranks highly in all three of the major UK league tables. The university has also been ranked 13th out of all UK universities in the Guardian League Table 2024; and ranked no.7 in the 2024 Guardian League Tables for Business, Management & Marketing.
Programme Fee
Hamburg : February, October
2024 October: International students Price: €11,000 | EU Students Price: €8,450
2025 Feb, Oct: International students Price: €11,000 | EU students Price: €8,450
Special offers: Up to 30% savings for International Students | 10% savings for EU Students Terms and conditions apply.
The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement.
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Portfolio Scholarship Competition
Students have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and the chance to receive a scholarship on tuition! This competition is valid on the Faculty of Creative Industries programmes being offered at the Hamburg campus.
Best Portfolio (Study for Free!)
1 Student | 100% Scholarship on Tuition
Second Best Portfolio
10 Students | 50% Scholarship on Tuition
Third Best Portfolio
20 Students | 40% Scholarship on Tuition
Find out more about how to apply here.
Programme Structure
The majority of your work will be completed in groups and on-going support will be provided through the use of structured, targeted individual tutorials and online tutorials. The learning and teaching will consist of a variety of elements such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, animated/non-animated video, practical work, seminars and trips. The assessment strategy will include individual/group reports and/or presentations, case studies, essays, portfolio development, reflective journals and experiential work-based activities. Teaching takes place Monday to Saturdays, during morning, afternoon, or evening sessions. Please note: each year is divided into three terms.
Modules
YEAR 1
- Equality Diversity and Inclusion
- Digital Storytelling
- The Body
- Professional Identities
- Learning Enhancement
- Personalised Learning Experience: Digital Portfolio or online showcase
YEAR 2
- The Conscious Practitioner
- Conceptual Disciplinary
- Expanded Practises
- Professional Development
- Professional Experience
YEAR 3
- Final Major Project- Development
- Critical Context Final Major Project- Realisation (PHO)
Study in
Hamburg
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 18 months
- Intakes: February, October
- Campus: Hamburg, Germany
- Degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts
- Price: 2024 October | €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
- Price: 2025 Feb, Oct | €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to:
Knowledge
- Apply good knowledge of English to communicate relevant international, cultural, contemporary knowledge and historical, theoretical and professional contexts.
- Demonstrate a range of general, specialist and transferable skills and competencies relevant to both postgraduate study and future employment.
- Create a resourceful application towards presenting progressive photography results in terms of authorship, team efforts and all aspects of commercial animation production.
Application to the industry
- Demonstrate the ability to creatively apply appropriate technical skills to produce a self-initiated body of work.
- Showcase the relationship of the body of work with photography’s connection to ‘the real.’Create individual responses to all forms of animation production.
- Creatively apply appropriate technical skills to produce a resolved body of work.
- Creatively apply a range of appropriate skills to produce a self-initiated and fully resolved body of work that responds to unit themes.
Skills
- Demonstrate professional skills through project management presentation and communication of ideas.
- Develop a special focus on their chosen and specified field of animation results.
- Develop an in-depth technical skillset to demonstrate their broad level of authorship and agency in their creative practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of the theoretical debates relevant to photograhy in its wider cultural context.
Career Progression
Graduates from our Photography programme at BSBI Hamburg campus are well-prepared for diverse and dynamic career opportunities in the expansive world of photography. With a combination of technical expertise and creative flair, our alumni have successfully ventured into various industries, including:
Fashion Photography
Capture and showcase the latest trends in the fashion industry, working with designers, models, and brands to create visually stunning images for editorial spreads or advertising campaigns.
Editorial Photography
Contribute visually compelling images to magazines, newspapers, and online publications, telling stories through impactful visuals.
Advertising Photography
Collaborate with advertising agencies or work independently to create striking images that effectively communicate the message and brand identity of clients.
Fine Art Photography
Pursue a career in fine art photography, creating pieces for exhibition in galleries, museums, or selling limited editions to art collectors.
Documentary-making
Engage in visual storytelling by capturing real-life events, cultures, and social issues through documentary photography or videography.
Curatorial Posts
Curate exhibitions in museums, galleries, or cultural institutions, showcasing photographic works and contributing to the artistic and cultural dialogue.
Technical Support
Provide technical support and expertise for photography equipment and software, working with manufacturers, retailers, or in-house support teams.
BSBI’s dedicated Careers Service helps digital marketing students and alumni reach their career goals and realise their potential. The Service offers specialised support and aims to build long-lasting relationships with local and national employers.
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