New Zealand Diploma in Photography (Level 6)

Creative Media

A course by

UCOL

The New Zealand Diploma in Photography Level 6 prepares learners for professional photography careers through practical, creative and industry relevant skills development in photographic practice, digital production, photographic communication, and business management.

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NZQA Level 6 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Multiple UCOL campuses, Palmerston North

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Professional Photography Skills

Develop advanced photography skills suitable for professional contexts including portrait, fashion, wedding, architectural, food, product, documentary and video photography.

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Visual Problem Solving

Apply creative solutions to visual problems using composition, lighting, and various photographic equipment and techniques.

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Digital Imaging Proficiency

Demonstrate advanced competence in digital image manipulation, retouching, compositing, and integration using industry software.

What You're Signing Up For

This diploma program provides advanced photographic knowledge and skills, emphasizing creative problem solving, use of professional photographic equipment, lighting techniques, and digital imaging technologies. The course includes practical projects covering various photography genres including fashion, wedding, portrait, product, architecture, food, documentary, and video. It also covers relevant business and intellectual property law knowledge."

Course Content

  • Photographic Practice 2A (30 Credits): Advanced camera skills, composition, lighting, industry equipment, visual idea generation, and practical photographic communication.
  • Digital Production 2A (15 Credits): RAW file manipulation, advanced retouching, image compositing, digital image integration, design elements and principles, video filming and editing techniques.
  • Photographic Practice 2B (30 Credits): Specialized photography skills and creation of a professional portfolio.
  • Digital Production 2B (15 Credits): Specialized visual communication skills using digital imaging technology.
  • Photographic Communication 2C (15 Credits): Theories and history of photography, visual semiotics, photographer case studies, and context analysis.
  • Photographic Industry & Business 2C (15 Credits): Intellectual property law, copyright in photography, business management, market evaluation, and career development strategies.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Photography

  • Creative Arts

  • Media

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Portrait photographer

  • Fashion photographer

  • Wedding photographer

  • Food photographer

  • Architectural photographer

  • Photo-journalist

  • Product photographer

  • Newspaper photographer

  • Photoshop retoucher

  • Videographer

  • Photographic assistant

  • Production manager

  • Studio manager