Overview
The Photography major provides students with a comprehensive set of practical photographic and digital imaging skills in combination with theoretical knowledge to enable them as photographers to develop their vision and progress their career as creative professionals. Students will have their creative practice informed and enriched by an in-depth study ā¦ For more content click the Read More button below.
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Structure
24 credit points
Major24 credit points
Admission requirements
Special requirements
Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements
Learning outcomes
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Demonstrate a broad and coherent understanding of the theoretical perspectives and methods of enquiry of Photography and apply them in a range of contexts.
2.
Demonstrate effective written and oral communication with a range of audiences, producing creative work consistent with the contemporary norms and standards of Photography and its related industries.
3.
Gather, synthesise and critically evaluate creative content, ideas, and information.
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Employ a variety of strategies and methods for research and practice appropriate to Photography and related industries with a capacity for independent enquiry and lifelong learning.
5.
Demonstrate adaptability by applying creative, technical and critical thinking skills to address complex problems with critical evaluation of their own work and creative process.
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Demonstrate interpersonal and collaborative skills with the capacity to work effectively within team environments and when using shared resources.
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Demonstrate ethical thinking and practice through social and creative enquiry.
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Demonstrate an understanding of the commercial context and changing nature of the creative industries, and their role as a creative professional within them.
9.
Possess an understanding of Global historical shifts in key social ideas, communication and visual meaning.
10.
An understanding of the power and meaning of image and its cultural historical context.
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An understanding of the diversity of approaches and voices in the making of the still image and the multiple perspectives which find expression.
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Proficiency in producing considered arguments (written and verbal) in response to cultural/social/historical issues, particularly as they apply to visual communication.
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Critical thinking, the ability to articulate concepts and the assurance to participate in the key debates in Photographic discourse.
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Visual literacy in media production developed by Immersion in photographic culture; image and discourse and engagement with semiotic, cultural and aesthetic critiques.
15.
Proficiency in a range of technological skills central to Photography (camera, lighting, image post production etc.).
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The capacity to create powerful and effective photographic communication appropriate to a range of audiences and genres.
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The confidence to express independent vision and voice.
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Analytical, creative and conceptual thinking.
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A variety of methods for research and practice appropriate to Photography.
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A capacity for self-directed independent enquiry and production critical self-reflection.
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Creative capacity to produce successful work.
22.
Proficiency with photographic technology and software participation in photographic culture.
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A global perspective incorporating an appreciation of cultural and disciplinary differences.
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Give and receive critical feedback.
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Work effectively within team environments.
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Work to a brief.
27.
Communicate effectively.
28.
Respect the thoughts and opinions of others.
29.
Manage time and resources efficiently.
30.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Media, Photography demonstrate ethical thinking and practice and an understanding of the Australian Law and societal values in relation to photographic practice.
Professional outcomes
Professional recognition