Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography and Film

The Department of Photography and Film aims to facilitate a comprehensive artistic, technical, and intellectual understanding and use of the mediums of photography and film; to provide a rigorous education in the arts, specifically in photographic and moving image media, and a broad education in other academic subjects; and to foster a climate that inspires creativity, intellectual curiosity, freedom of expression and critical thinking.

The program provides hands-on experience in the fields of fine art, studio and location photography, and narrative, documentary and experimental filmmaking and sponsors a wide variety of guest lectures, seminars and workshops. All students become adept in chemical based processes and the latest digital technologies. Successful completion of the Art Foundation Program is a prerequesite.

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