Online Photography Diploma Course | Level 3

The course provides students with an exceptional portfolio which will substantially improve students’ opportunity to access top universities. You will also receive valuable advice on how to get started as a professional photographer.

If you are a beginner see Level 2 Certificate course – click here.

Run by an energetic and enthusiastic team of lecturers who are practicing photographers the course will extend your confidence and creativity with the camera. You will be guided through the essential skills and knowledge required to pass this NQF Level 3 Ofqual regulated qualification.

Entry Requirements: 16 years or older. No formal qualifications required but a Level 2 Photography would be a distinct advantage. A keen interest in photography and a strong desire to succeed is expected.
Duration: 1 year – 8-10 hours per week study time. No lectures to attend – work around other studies, family, and work commitments – 100% online.
Requirements: Computer with broadband connection/phone camera or better
Enrolment: Enrol anytime – subject to places
Accreditation: Skills and Education Group
OFQUAL Regulated: Yes (Ofqual number 603/5008/8)
Progression: Level 3 Photography Foundation Diploma / University
Portfolio support: Yes
UCAS Points: N/A – if you wish to gain UCAS points please see Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Photography Ofqual 500/8476/8
Tuition: Face to face, one to one – unlimited – arrange at mutually convenient times. – Optional LIVE lessons for additional support
Exam registration fee: £106 will be payable to SEG Awards if you wish to be certified (optional).

Students receive access to our online college site where they can access and work through their course. Lessons/tasks are listed along with supporting resources, videos for skills development, step-by-step tutorials etc. Photographs of students’ completed work are uploaded to their college e portfolio for marking and written feedback on how to progress. Additionally, students are invited to discuss with an experienced and qualified personal tutor their progress and receive verbal feedback, encouragement, and support. Optional weekly LIVE lessons are also available for additional encouragement support. Students may also benefit from relationships with their fellow online students as they can view profiles and comment on each others’ artwork if they wish.

You will be supported through the following units:

To be awarded the Level 3 Diploma in Photography, learners must achieve a minimum of 40 credits from five mandatory units in Group A.

Digital Photo Imaging Techniques R/601/2571

Location Fashion Photography A/601/2581

Studio Photography J/601/2616

Pixel-Based Image Manipulation L/601/3542

Presenting Photographic Images A/601/2614

You will develop a range of practical skills with regard to identifying key features and functionality of the camera, appropriate accessories for a particular genre of photographic application, working to a project brief and professional presentation of your portfolio.

Your personal tutor will also help you identify progression opportunities as they will get to know you and your work very well.