Photography / Fótagrafaíocht DT559
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Qualification awarded: BA (Photography) Level 8 / BA (Fótagrafaíocht) Leibhéal 8
Duration of programme:
4 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
30 approx.
Programme Description
The arrival of affordable digital cameras has stimulated widespread general interest in photography, presenting the professional photographer with both new opportunities and challenges. This professional expertise is highly valued and the BA Photography prepares students for careers in professional photographic media practice, as well as the broader visual arts sector.
What are my career opportunities?
The wide variety of career opportunities include commercial and industrial photography, photography as visual arts practice, multimedia, print and electronic media, photojournalism and editorial work.
Many graduates work in a variety of commercial and industrial photographic areas ranging from medical to fashion. Others become involved in the media industries, while a significant number pursue careers in education and postgraduate research.
What other options do I have after completion?
BA Photography provides an ideal platform for graduates to undertake postgraduate studies in photography, art, media and other research areas. Those achieving the appropriate honours standard may pursue further academic/research study or additional professional qualifications. In addition to offering MPhil and PhD by research, DIT Masters programmes include Media Studies, Digital Media Technologies, Music Technology, Journalism, Public Relations, European Public Relations, Public Affairs and Political Communications.
What will I study on this programme?
BA Photography fully integrates theory and practice throughout each year. Adopting a hands-on approach, the programme equips students with key skills, while encouraging students to reflect on their actions and practices. The theoretical (Critical Studies) side of the programme provides students with a critical understanding of the context of media and visual arts production, while fostering intellectual enquiry into the nature of society and culture.
Photography practice modules are underpinned by theoretical study of photographic technologies and images in the social and institutional context in which the photographer operates. In thinking about their own work and how they produce it, students articulate a critical response to the images they create.
Module listing
Some modules are core (compulsory), while others are optional.
Critical Studies - Incorporating Visual Studies, History, Theory & Criticism, this area enables students to analyse & account for the ways in which photography permeates all spheres of human experience & activity. The history modules put into context photographic representation & its function in technological, cultural & social change. Students work with theoretical & critical materials to examine & reflect on the nature & meaning of the photographic image in different contexts.
Photographic Practice - Students acquire technical photographic skills through challenging project briefs. These assignments are designed to explore all aspects of photographic practice, including the genres of photography; the range of image formats; meeting or subverting audience expectations; the contexts in which photographic media operate; as well as encouraging students to experiment with the medium of photography as a form of investigation, communication & representation.
Professional Studies - This area of study incorporates Study Skills, Law, & Business. These areas prepare students for the professional practices demanded by the changing business environment & the art & commercial markets.
Further information
School of Media, DIT Photography & Digital Imaging Studio
T: 01 675 2611 (Ann Donohoe, Programme Administrator)
T: 01 402 3098 (Secretary)
F: 01 402 3003
E: media@dit.ie
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Entry Requirements
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Honours |
Maths |
English/Irish |
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Other Requirements Applicants must submit a portfolio on Thursday 1st or Friday 2nd of March 2012. |
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