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Study photography abroad
An in-depth guide to studying photography as an international student.
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Photography degrees abroad
Studying for a photography degree is ideal for students who already have a passion for the subject but want to work on their technique, experience and career prospects. Universities are well connected, so it can also be a useful way to make contacts in the industry.
In a photography program you will have the opportunity to showcase your artistic talent and create a portfolio of work. As well as the practical element of photography you can also study the theoretical elements of many styles: portraiture, documentary, fashion, fine art, sports - whichever suits your particular interests and expertise.
Another benefit of studying photography abroad includes the facilities and equipment you will have access to.
Photography program structure
Studying abroad for a bachelor’s in photography will take between three and four years, with a master’s taking between one and two years of study.
You can study photography as a standalone degree in some countries such as the UK, however in the US it is likely that you will major in photography as part of a liberal arts bachelor’s; this becomes the main focus of your degree alongside a general education in the arts and humanities.
PhD degrees for photography are also available and will take between three and four years. These types of degree can focus on a research thesis, a body of peer-reviewed practical work, or a mixture of both.
As a photography student you will spend a lot of your hours on campus in lectures, group study, and practical sessions. It’s important that in your spare time you visit exhibitions as part of your personal research and study.
The exact structure and content of a photography program will vary depending on the university you are studying in and the exact program you enroll in. Some of the modules or electives of a photography degree will surround topics such as:
- Equipment choices and technique
- Digital photography
- Film photography
- Editing
- Moving image
- Theory of styles
- Professional practice
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Photography study abroad programs
Photography undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in photography
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Photography - BFA University of Dayton, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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44,890 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,890 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Art, Media, and Design - Photography and Media Art - BA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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40,551 USD
Fee in university's local currency 40,551 USD
- Start date
- January, March, September
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Photography - BA (Hons) Sheridan College, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,808 USD
Fee in university's local currency 26,155 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Photography - BA (with foundation) Technological University Dublin, Ireland
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 5 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,984 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,500 EUR
- Start date
- September, January
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Commercial Multimedia: Photography - BSc Southeast Missouri State University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,155 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,155 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Associate in photography
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Photography - AA Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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Photography - ASc Mohawk Valley Community College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,892 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,892 USD
- Start date
- January, September
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Art: Photography - ASc San Jose City College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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8,138 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,138 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Art: Digital Art and Photography - AFA North Seattle College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- January, April, June, September
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Digital Art / Photography - AA South Seattle College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,687 USD
Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD
- Start date
- September, January, April, June
Diploma in photography
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Photography - UGDip Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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12,261 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,412 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Photography and Photo Imaging - UGDip RMIT University, Australia
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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16,476 USD
Fee in university's local currency 20,750 AUD
- Start date
- February, July
Certificate in photography
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Professional Photography - Cert North Island College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 10 months
- Annual tuition fee
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13,704 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,225 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Digital Imaging: Beginning Digital Photography - Cert Berkeley City College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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Darkroom Photography - Cert Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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7,950 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,950 USD
- Start date
- August, January, June
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Photography - Cert St. Charles Community College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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5,520 USD
Fee in university's local currency 5,520 USD
- Start date
- January, August
Photography graduate programs
Master's in photography
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Photography - MA SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences, Germany
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,728 USD
Fee in university's local currency 8,000 EUR
- Start date
- October, March
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Photography - MA University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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18,422 USD
Fee in university's local currency 13,000 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Photography - MA University of Gloucestershire, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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20,193 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,250 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
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Multimedia Arts & Technology - Photography and Film - MFA Duquesne University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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23,112 USD
Fee in university's local currency 23,112 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Photography - MA University of Portsmouth, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,982 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,750 GBP
- Start date
- September
Diploma in photography
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Photography - OCDip Durham College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 28 months
- Annual tuition fee
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12,273 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,427 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Photography - OCDip Centennial College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,152 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Photography - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 14 months
- Annual tuition fee
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14,974 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,822 CAD
- Start date
- January, September
Certificate in photography
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Photography - Advanced - OCGCert Fanshawe College, Canada
- Program type
- Postgraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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13,542 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,022 CAD
- Start date
- September
Future photography careers
When you graduate from a photography degree abroad, you should have a portfolio ready to show potential employers or clients. Many photography graduates will spend time gaining valuable work experience or placements. Some of the roles photography graduates have include:
- Visual specialist
- Freelance photographer
- Commercial photographer
- Fashion photographer
- Wedding photographer
- Photojournalist
- Editor
It’s easy for photography students to become involved in extracurricular groups and organizations to boost their CV. Sports teams, theater productions, student media and events all need photography to promote their work.
