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Photography HNC (Part time)

Photography TBCG

Overview

Photography HNC (Part time)

The BTEC Higher National Certificate qualification in Photography incorporates an enhanced work-related curriculum that is designed to equip students with the right skills and competencies for progression to Level 5 HND and level 6 (BA Hons Top Up), equally to support initial steps to working independently, within the Creative Industries.

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Important information

No. of contact hours

6 hours per week

Expected self-study

6 hours per week

Regulatory body

Pearson

Student Loans Company code

920864

Course information

Entry requirements

32-48 UCAS points and English language and maths GCSE grade 4 or above.

1. Current students will be required to have successfully passed their Level 3 year 2nd Year programme and demonstrate commitment to progress to Level 4

2. External students will be required to attend a portfolio interview with subject staff and give evidence of prior learning within the subject area to align with Level 4.

Course content

The course is delivered over 2 academic years covering one Core Module with two main units.

Core Module:

Module A – Process & Practice:

  • Unit A1 Concept & Development – completed in Year 1
  • Unit A2 Creative Project – completed in Year 2

Content is delivered based on the following unit criterion:

1. Contextual Knowledge
2. Ideas Generation & Development
3. Technical Knowledge & Skill
4. Professional Practice.
5. Communication.

Formative feedback supports assessment throughout the year, ensuring group and individual sessions on feedback are achieved.

Optional modules:

All Modules are Compulsory.

Specialist modules:

Specialist elements are built in to the programme and dependent on individual pathways requirements.

Students attend for 6 hours a week and it is expected that they match that with independent study time.

Assessment methods

The method of assessment is via evidence-based submissions – recommended and types of evidence may include:

  • A portfolio of development work and outcomes.
  • Physical and digital prototypes.
  • Written reports, essays or case studies.
  • Planning and research documents, files and links.
  • Audio and visual presentations.
  • Exhibitions of outcomes.
The qualification

Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain a Pearson BTEC HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Photography.

Further study and career options

Progression to Level 5 and Level 6 Top Up and or employment / Postgraduate and Masters Degree programmes.

Additional information

Costs:

We aim to provide a minimum of 3 cultural trips a year, the average cost of these trips is £25.00.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

Available Courses
Tresham College Kettering Campus
Starts: 02/10/2025
Type: HE
Length: 2 years
Day(s): Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees: £3,000.00 Fee notes: The fee indicated is for each year of the course.
Disclaimer

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Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.