New Zealand Diploma in Photography (Level 6)

Visual Arts

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Develop professional photography skills through conceptual, technical, and creative projects. Learn to produce a portfolio, engage in advanced post-production, and apply ethical and business practices in studio and location settings.

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NZQA Level 6 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online

It will take a total of 1 year

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Solve complex design challenges

Apply problem-solving skills to a range of complex photographic design scenarios.

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Conceptualise and produce photographic work

Plan and create a substantial body of photographic work reflecting specialised skills.

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Utilize advanced photographic techniques

Use creative, conceptual, and technical skills including software technologies relevant to photography.

What You're Signing Up For

Enrol in the New Zealand Diploma in Photography (Level 6) to develop advanced skills for complex design challenges in photography. This diploma enables students to conceptualise, plan, and produce a comprehensive body of work using specialised creative, technical, and software skills. Learners critically evaluate their work and that of others, work independently, present professionally, and apply ethical and business practices specific to studio and location photography.

Course Content

  • NZDP601 Advanced Digital Photography
  • NZDP602 Professional Post-Production
  • NZDP603 Art Photography
  • NZDP604 Commercial Photography
  • NZDP605 Photographic Context
  • NZDP606 Advanced Professional Practice
  • NZDP607 Professional Portfolio
  • NZDP608 Exhibition

What you need to know first

Completion of New Zealand Diploma in Photography (Level 5) or equivalent knowledge/skills

Portfolio submission

For school leavers: Minimum age 18, NCEA Level 3

For mature applicants (over 20): Demonstrate ability to succeed at Level 6 (evidence of study or related sector employment)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Creative Industries

  • Visual Arts

  • Photography

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Photographer (studio or freelance)

  • Commercial photographer

  • Art photographer

  • Photo editing/retouching roles

  • Assistant to professional photographer