The Graduate Diploma in Photography at London College of Communication will give you the practical skills you'll need to define yourself as a leading photographer, and by encouraging the development of a strong conceptual approach to your personal practice, achieve a defined identity in you work. The course will give you an invaluable understanding of the photography industry and the business aspect of professional photography, as well as introduce you to key contacts and help you build relationships.
Building on the rich heritage of photography teaching at LCC, the course will open a variety of career opportunities in professional photography. During your studies, you'll work towards developing a high quality portfolio suitable for presentation when approaching clients for future commissions or industry roles. In addtion, you'll work on set and self-initiated projects which promote learning through discovery, interaction and response to change.
For those wishing to continue their study the theory and research elements of the course will also prepare you for continued learning at a higher level of study.
During the first two weeks, there will be an induction programme in which you will:
- Get an overview of the structure of the course and the structure of each unit
- Get to know the facilities on offer to you at course, College and University level, including those provided by the Learning Resources department, Student Services and Students' Union
- Learn how to use the technology in the Library and open access
- Get to know your tutors and colleagues
- Learn about the difference between working at postgraduate and undergraduate levels
- Discover the ethos of the course
