Certificate in Intermediate Photography
Visual Arts
A course by
UCOL
Advance your photography skills and creativity in this level 5, 10-week part-time Certificate in Intermediate Photography at UCOL. Ideal for advanced amateurs or graduates of introductory courses, this program explores advanced studio lighting, digital editing, and composition.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 10 weeks
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Develop advanced creative and technical photography skills
Go beyond the basics to master techniques in studio lighting, on-camera flash, and creative image making using advanced equipment and software.
Apply advanced post-production techniques
Utilize Adobe Camera RAW and Photoshop for high-quality digital image processing and creative editing.
Refine composition and conceptual understanding
Build a refined eye for photographic composition by exploring and applying the techniques of noted photographers.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Intermediate Photography builds on the UCOL Certificate in Introductory Photography, supporting advanced amateur photographers to develop a deeper understanding of composition, advanced lighting, creative on-camera flash use, and digital post-production using Adobe Camera RAW and Photoshop. The course includes project work and culminates in a public exhibition, using industry-standard equipment and facilities.
Course Content
- Advanced composition in photography
- Studio lighting techniques
- Creative use of on-camera flash
- Digital darkroom skills (Adobe Camera RAW)
- Creative image editing in Photoshop
- Exploring the work of inspiring photographers
- Practical photography projects
- Culminating public exhibition
- Access to professional cameras, studio, and software
What you need to know first
Certificate in Introductory Photography (Level 5) or equivalent academic achievement
Or equivalent experience/achievement (assessed on a case-by-case basis by Executive Dean)
Recommended literacy and numeracy requirements of NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Visual Arts
Photography
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Professional photography
Marketing
Social media content creation
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