The Bachelor of Arts (Photography) integrates theoretical, conceptual and industry-based models of photographic practice as they apply to the media and communication industry.
You will be challenged to produce work that responds to the critical discourses in both local and global contexts and you will explore emerging technologies, while also analysing and synthesising their relevance to your own image making.
As a professional practitioner with specialist knowledge in photography, you will have the awareness and skills to interpret and shape your field once you graduate. Some of the areas that our graduates excel in include advertising, architectural photography, cinema production, curation, documentary photography, editorial photography, education, fine art, photo editing and retouching, photojournalism, post-production and publishing.
We encourage students to take part in work-integrated learning projects, competitions and industry placements, both in Australia and Internationally. In previous years, students have worked with The Social Studio, ABC Fact Check, Nepal Picture Factory, Habitat for Humanity, Ballarat International Foto Biennale, The Royal Children's Hospital and various other projects. Many of our students have won or been shortlisted for major photographic prizes.
All staff have many years of teaching and industry experience. Guest lecturers and practitioners, including industry experts and graduates, will contribute to subjects through sharing their insight into their diverse photographic careers. Industry mentorships form part of the degree experience and will help you develop connections to the industry while you study, including our unique community engagement programs. RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional practice.
