Department of Art and Photography
The Photography major prepares students how to see, visualize, and capture the moments of light that express their own viewpoints. With a focus on providing a broad understanding of art and photography, this major helps students develop their technical, creative, and aesthetic skills. They get hands-on practice and learn both the theory and practical skills needed to take meaningful photographs.
Unlock opportunities for specialization by pursuing a double major, such as pairing with a B.F.A. in Photojournalism, expanding career prospects.
Prepared to excel as visual artists, educators, or professionals in photography industries, print, electronic media, and related fields upon graduation.
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Our Photography Major Offers
Our Photography major offers a robust foundation in contemporary photography through a blend of art, technology, physics, and engineering courses. Students delve into applied optics, color management, imaging systems, and fine arts through a range of second and third-year classes. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Photography is completed over three years, with an optional fourth year for those interested in a Double Major, such as pairing with a B.F.A. in Photojournalism, expanding their skill set and opportunities.
Year 1
The first year of our B.S. in Photography aims to consolidate the acquired knowledge and to get introduced to the camera, lenses, and their personalities. Students will study and understand light because it makes photography. Soon, they will study the elements of composition and practice with its structure, balance, and dynamics. They will also learn and practice the technical side of photography from basic to advanced in detail by mastering the art of close-up or nature photography. To confidently present artistic work, they will learn the building blocks of the English language and how to make it clearer and better organised.
Core Prerequisites Modules
PHO 109: Understanding Camera, Lenses, and Their Personalities (Open Access)
PHO 190: The Standard and Style of Photography (Open Access)
PHO 191: Learning to See the Beauty, Unity, and Harmony (Open Access)
Core Module
PHO 192: Creative Composition (Open Access)
Major Modules
PHO 130: Exploring Perception (Open Access)
PHO 131: Harnessing Your Artistic Potential (Open Access)
Prerequisites Language Modules (For Non-native English Speaker)
ENG 181: Mastering the Linguistic Categories (Open Access)
ENG 182: English: How to Write Clearly and Concisely (Open Access)
ENG 185: Expressing the Fabric of Time (Open Access)
ENG 186: Mastering the Structure of the English Language (Open Access)
Prerequisites Language Modules (For Native English Speakers)
English Professional Proficiency (Open Access)
Year 2
In the second year, students are introduced to colour and colour management. They will learn how to visualize, capture decisive moments, and master the art of portrait and landscape photography—two of the most important intricacies of photography. Students will also learn the basics of creative writing and have the chance to get published professionally.
Core Modules
PHO 201: Presenting the Frame Aesthetically (Open Access)
PHO 205: Understanding Light (Open Access)
PHO 210: Visualization (Open Access)
PHO 215: Understanding Color and Color Management (Open Access)
Major Modules
PHO 231: Mastering the Art of Nature Photography (Open Access)
PHO 232: Mastering the Art of Wildlife Photography
PHO 250: Mastering the Art of Portrait Photography (Open Access)
PHO 255: Mastering the Art of Landscape Photography
Elective Modules
PHO 221: Mastering the Art of Food Photography (Open Access)
PHO 225: Mastering the Art of Food Styling (Open Access)
Language Modules
ENG 241: Basic Creative Writing (Open Access)
Elective Language Modules
WRT 243: Mastering the Art of Writing Recipes (Open Access)
Marketing Modules
MKT 214: Mastering Online Marketing (Open Access)
Year 3
In the third year, students will work with the style, develop their voices, and prepare them for their future careers. They will thoroughly understand sensitometry, applied optics, imaging systems and image emulation. Students will learn to capture images that draw attention to an issue, change people’s minds, raise awareness and promote change. They will be allowed to work with award-winning professional photographers to have the first-hand experience of getting close to people and capturing their lives and moments.
Core Modules
PHO 301: Mastering the Decisive Moment
PHO 308: Capturing Life and its Moments
PHO 311: Ethics in Photography
Major Modules
PHO 361: Imaging Systems and Image Emulation
Internship Modules
PHO 366: Working with Award-winning Photographers
PHO 395: Photographic Practice and Presentation
PHO 397: Working as a Photographer
Language Modules
Year 4 (optional) - Double Major
The fourth year of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Photojournalism as a Double Major starts with introducing photojournalism, its historical context, its major practitioners and the methodologies they have used. Next, they will study, practice, and master the art of street and documentary photography – two of the most important intricacies of photography for photojournalism coincide with theoretical, methodological, and practical frameworks necessary for researching and producing successful photo essays and visual storytelling. They can develop their own voices and prepare them for their future career as journalists, and they will also be allowed to work with some of our award-winning photojournalists.
Major Modules
PHJ 198: Into the World of Photojournalism (Open Access)
PHJ 260: Mastering the Art of Black & White Photography (Open Access)
PHJ 270: Mastering the Art of Street Photography
PHJ 275: The Art of Publication
PHJ 329: Story and Narrative in Photojournalism
PHJ 340 Professional Reportage Writing
Internship Modules
PHJ 365: Working with Award-winning Photojournalists
PHJ 390 Photojournalism Thesis
Students Can Earn Credits and Gain
Through independent projects or educational internships, students can earn credits and gain practical experience, including opportunities at Light & Composition. Upon graduation, students are equipped to pursue careers as visual artists, educators, or professionals in photography industries, print, electronic media, or related fields.
Know Before You Enroll
Access to Academic Advising, Courses, Lessons,
Assignments, and Quizzes.
Grading for Diplomas, Majors, and Post-Graduations.
Publishing Research Works and Scholarly Literature Reviews.
Personal photography equipment
(e.g., cameras, lenses, tripods).
Access to traditional library resources or campus amenities.
Commuting expenses or housing costs.
This Bachelor’s Degree Comes at
an Amazingly Affordable Price of
Please click Enroll Now button to start with an affordable fee of $225 for a Quarterly Tuition Installment, $435 for a Semi-Annual Tuition Installment every 6 months, and only $850 per year for the Annual Tuition Installment over a 3-year period, where you pay far less than $80 per course. which includes course materials, exam fees, award registration, award subscription for presenting your work, and a certificate.
These specific commitment fees are 45% discounted as scholarships from the original as we are always committed to providing higher education in the most affordable cost. Know more about – Monthly Payable Commitment and Scholarships and Grants.
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