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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.
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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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Best countries to study photography
Photography study abroad programs
Photography undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in photography
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Animation, Film, Photography and Motion Design - BFA Colorado Mesa University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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26,048 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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Art: Photography: Tempe Campus - BFA Arizona State University (in partnership with Kaplan International), USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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32,760 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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Art: Photography - BFA Auburn University at Montgomery, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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32,246 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, August, January
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Art: Media: and Design: Photography and Media Art - BFA DePaul University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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43,665 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January, March
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Photography - BFA University of Hartford, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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28,115 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September, January
Associate in photography
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Art: Photography (Diablo Valley College) - AA Colleges of Contra Costa, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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9,840 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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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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12,445 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, September, January, April
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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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10,575 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, September, January, April
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Photography - ASc Riverside City College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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10,440 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, August, February
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Photography - AA Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,740 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
Diploma in photography
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Photography - OCDip Centennial College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,433 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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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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16,803 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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Photography: Still and Motion - OCDip Mohawk College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate diploma
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,593 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
Certificate in photography
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Communication and Interactive Digital Media: Photography - Cert American University of Florence, Italy
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,825 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- May, August, January
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Photography - Cert Cuesta College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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12,288 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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Photography - Cert Laney College, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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10,740 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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Photography - Cert College of the Desert, USA
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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7,368 USD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- August, January
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Photography and Videography - Cert Holland College, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate certificate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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14,402 CAD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
Photography graduate programs
Master's in photography
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Fine Arts: Photography - MFA University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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36,500 NZD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- June, July, August, September, October, November, January, February, March, April, May
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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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11,400 EUR
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- October, April
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Photography - MA Arts University Plymouth, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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16,500 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- September
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MA Photography - MA Arts University Bournemouth, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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19,950 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- October, February
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Photography - MPhotog RMIT University, Australia
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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38,400 AUD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- July, February
Diploma in photography
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Design: Photography - GradDip Massey University, New Zealand
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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33,630 NZD
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency
- Start date
- July, November, February
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.