Photography Level 1 NCFE - FULL COST

Subject : Photography | Course Code | Print Version

Course Overview

Start Date Duration Venue
01 November 2011 30 weeks, Tuesday 7pm-9pm Ormskirk Campus, Hants Lane, Ormskirk, L39 1PX

Who The Course is for

This course provides a practical introduction to photography and will benefit those candidates who wish to learn about a range of photographic practices including working in a black & white darkroom, using cameras, digital photography and basic digital image manipulation.

Course Content

Candidates will learn how to use cameras and photographic processes to create a variety of images. A wide range of photographic techniques will be covered, including:
> Camera controls - aperture and shutter speed
> Composition
> Monochrome processing and printing
> Researching photography and photographers
> Digital imaging
> Studio photography

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. We expect students to be enthusiastic, to take part in all activities, and to be committed to gaining the qualification.

Learning & Assessment Methods

The course is assessed through three units: one concerns learning how to explore themes through using materials and techniques safely. The second deals with generating ideas through research and experimentation, whilst the third is assessed on the production of a well presented image portfolio.

Qualifications Gained

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Photography.

Progression Opportunities

Progression onto GCSE Photography (3 hours per week for 30 weeks), or AS Level Photography (4.5 hours per week for 30 weeks). Some learners may be able to progress onto a BTEC National Diploma in Photography or Art & Design (full time programmes, typically four days a week).

Career Opportunities

There are a multitude of careers where a qualification in Photography is desirable. For example, you could work in one of a number of arts-based and creative fields, involving working as a Freelance or Staff Photographer, working in publishing, image research, advertising production as well as in the fashion or film industry.

Course Costs

How to Apply

Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.

Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:

In Person:
Until 19 August 2011:
West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
                

By Phone: (01695) 52300

By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR

Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.