Photography - Level 3

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or maths and an art-based subject.

You will also meet the teaching team to present and talk through your portfolio of photography work.

This is a two-year programme. You will achieve a qualification after successful completion of each year.

In year one you will receive a Level 3 BTEC 90 Credit Diploma Art and Design (Photography).

In year two you will receive a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma Art and Design (Photography).

• Compositional elements

• Exploration of exposure, triangle and shutter speed

• Studio skills

• Location techniques

• Still life photography

• Industry development

• Specialist studio skills

• Specialist location techniques

• Preparation for progression within the industry

• Workshops

• Demonstrations

• Critiques

• Discussions

• Peer assessment

• Presentations

• Project-based assessments

Regular feedback is provided throughout your photography project to help you understand areas for further development and improvement.

Work experience opportunities are included throughout this photography course and you will benefit from talks with The Smiths Photography, Laura Hetherington (animal portraiture) and Jeff Brown (Marketing for Photographers).  

As a Newcastle College photography student you will also collaborate with fellow students, supporting with photography of music performances and stage shows. 

On successful completion you can progress to BA (Hons) Photography with Newcastle College University Centre.

You may also wish to find employment as a photographer's assistant or pursue freelance photography work. 

Photographers need a good understanding of maths when working with image resolutions, light calculations, f/stops and photo editing. English skills are essential when analysing images, writing about the work of others and drafting sketchbook narratives. 

Throughout this photography course you will develop your English and maths skills so you become confident in these areas. 

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.