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.
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.

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

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.
What you need to know first
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What sort of industry will this job lead to
Photography
Creative Arts
Media

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


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