The BA (Hons) Commercial Photography and Digital Media degree programme emphasises the creative use of photography and other lens based media across a wide range of subject areas and applications.
The course encourages the exploration of contemporary practice and includes critical and contextual modules. Traditional techniques and practices are investigated alongside digital practice and output.
This is a visual communication course structured to provide a route into employment in creative media, photography and associated industries.
Individual project briefs are designed to enable learners to achieve their full potential using technical and critical skills relevant to their specific pathways. The BA helps prepare learners for a career in the design industry, through the development of design skills, technical and professional expertise.
Typical Course Structure
Year 1
- Conceptualisation
- Historical and Contextual Studies 1
- Materials Processes/Theory (generic)
- Digital Workshop Practices
- Brand Identity and Design for Audiences
- Specialist Practice
Year 2
- Landscape Photography
- Advertising Imaging & Output
- Technical Change & Cultural Continuity
- Fashion Photography
- Portrait Photography
- Editorial Image Making
Year 3
- Historical and Contextual Studies 2
- Marketing an Arts Business
- Final Major Project Preparation
- Business Practice
- Final Major Project Reflective Evaluation
- Final Major Project
Study Details
Students will study on the Lincoln College Christ's Hospital Terrace Campus for the full duration of the course. Full-time, three years.
Christ's Hospital Terrace is a Grade 2 listed building located in close proximity to Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the building is accessible, there are known difficulties for students who require the use of a wheelchair. It is therefore recommended that potential applicants contact the course team to arrange for a more detailed needs assessment to be conducted.
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What Our Students Say
“The course offers so much, the chance to be able to learn new skills and extended the ones you have as well as develop your own style/area you want to go into with the support of the tutors. Everything I learned throughout the lessons gave me what I needed to create my final photos for the last brief of uni. I can also say after I graduated, I went on to be a self-employed photographer.”
Rowan Campbell, graduated in 2019
What Our External Examiners Say
“This programme offers an excellent introduction into the world of creative commercial photographic practice ...” Oliver Cameron-Swan, External Examiner
“The teaching and learning is strong, all students receive a high level of support and nurturing ... assessments is thorough and constructive ... all students perform to a very high standard.” Ben Nolan, University of Hull
Some of Our Students' Past Work
Our Facilities
Including photography studio and darkroom and HE CHT Common Room
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How to Apply
Applications for this course are processed through UCAS. To apply for this course please make a note of the Institute Code and UCAS Course code above and click on the link below:
Apply Online at UCASThis course is validated by the University of Hull. The validating institution is responsible for awarding the qualification at the end of the programme. Students on validated courses are OfS registered, funded and taught at Lincoln College and it is the responsibility of the College to manage all aspects of this provision. The validating institution maintains an oversight of the programme throughout the academic year and must be satisfied that students are being taught in line with the required academic standards of the awarding institution. For full details and information of the responsibilities and conditions of study of both Lincoln College and the validating partners please see the Policies section.
A minimum of 72 UCAS Tariff points from:
- GCE A and AS Levels with at least one subject at A Level
- BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject
- Access to HE Diploma
- T Levels
- Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher
Plus
- GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above
- GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above
*For mature applicants, some experience may be taken in lieu of A Levels/BTECs
EU and International Applicants
-
ENIC confirmed equivalent of 72 UCAS points
IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa.
Other Entry Requirements
- Successful interview
The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include:
- Practical Assessments
- Coursework Portfolios
- Written Assessments
Progression:
Graduates from this programme could enter into a wide range of careers within the creative industries including roles such as film making and production, TV broadcasting and freelance photography. Graduates may also continue their studies at postgraduate level.
Per Academic Year
- Home Students - £8,500
- International Students - £9,500
Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student’s continuous enrolment.
Additional Course Costs
- Royal Photographic Society student membership - currently £60
- Studio and materials fees - £50 (optional)
- Visit to London (exhibitions, rail fare) (optional) - £50
- Visit to NEC Birmingham (trade show/conference) (optional) - £30
Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.
Additional compulsory course costs can be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The scheme allows students to access the bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 for full-time or £250 part-time students) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.
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Our upcoming Higher Education (HE) Open Days are listed on the Open Days webpage. Please register your place via the Eventbrite links listed.
If you have any questions or would like further information, please email: he@lincolncollege.ac.uk
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If you have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities and feel that you may need support, for example with your application or visiting us at an Open Day, please contact assessmentofficer@lincolncollege.ac.uk or call 01522 876225 to discuss your needs. This service is confidential.
Key Facts
Level:6
Full-Time/Part-Time:Full-Time
Duration:3 Years
Start Date:September 2024
Location:Christ's Hospital Terrace
UCAS Course Code:W640
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Making an Application
Full-time applications should be made via UCAS - this requires the UCAS institution code 'L42' and individual course code which can be found in the Key Facts box located at the top of each course page.
Part-time applications should be made directly to the College via the website Portal.
Links to apply via UCAS or the College Portal can be found at the bottom of each course page following the 'Apply Online' button.
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