Courses at LMC

Photography - Level 1

MOA
egg-timerPart Time
Level
arrowLevel 1
Type
hatAdult PT
Duration
calendar12 Weeks
Location
pinLancaster & Morecambe College
Start date: 05/03/2025, 6 pm to 9 pm (Wed)

During this creative 12-week course, you will learn new skills to understand the technical abilities of your camera and creatively explore photography skills in different workshops. You will develop a digital portfolio of work including examples of your work in light photography, film editing, green screen photography, and darkroom photography.

The workshops will be tailored to the group and individual goals. You will also learn how to use professional equipment and techniques safely, including studio lights, cameras, Adobe software packages and Apple Mac computers.

This course is perfect for photographers that want to develop skills in Adobe and Apple Mac software, studio lighting skills, video and digital editing, reflection and darkroom developing processes.

Course Overview

You will be introduced to ways of working in photography and produce a portfolio of experimental practical work. This will include understanding how to use equipment and processes correctly and safely, and researching other practitioners’ work

Industry Links

You will explore software and skills used in the creative industries including studio photography, product photography, location photoshoots and working collaborative as part of a team.

Progression Routes

Following completion of this course, students may also be interested in another Part Time course at Lancaster & Morecambe College:

  • Digital Photography - Level 1

  • Printmaking - Level 1 Award

  • Introduction to Painting - Level 1

  • Music Studio Recording – Level 1

  • Games Design & Development - Level 1

Entry Requirements

You will need access to a camera that allows you to take photographs in full manual mode. You should also ideally have internet access at home to complete your online portfolio of work.

You will need a general education at entry level, commitment to study and to be able to work independently and be able to attend the full session each week.

You will also be required to work collaboratively with your peers on some tasks and to complete short assignments between classes, such as gathering photographs on your own camera, building your website and practicing the skills learned in class.

Course Fees

This course costs £96.00, including exam fees.

You may be eligible for free study if you are 23 or under and this is your first full Level 2 or 3 course. Alternatively, if you are unemployed, receiving an eligible benefit, and taking the course to help you find employment.

You may also be entitled to additional financial support including course materials, uniforms, and childcare expenses depending upon your individual circumstances. Read more about Financial Support for adults.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.

For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk

Course code: B36765