What is an Undergraduate Certificate of Photography?
The Undergraduate Certificate of Photography is your first step into photography. With a focus on camera operation, lighting and digital imaging, you'll build the essential skills to create professional still imagery and set yourself up for further study or entry-level creative work.Learning outcomes
- Operate a camera with confidence, understanding exposure, composition and control.
- Understand how lighting and visual choices impact an image.
- Explore digital imaging workflows using Adobe Lightroom.
Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence
You'll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you're studying Design with us and for six months post graduation.
This is an AQF Level 5 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd T/A Billy Blue College of Design.
*For more details on international student study options.
Subjects and units
Delivered both on campus and online, this course comprises of 4 core subjects, each subject requiring 10 hours of study per week (made up of classes and self-directed study). Assessments may include activity-based assignments or online quizzes. There are no formal exams.
Requirements
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Intro to Photography and Media Studies | MDP101
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Foundations of Photography | PPI101
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Digital Imaging | PPI102
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Light and Lighting | PPI103
Technology
Learn with industry standard technologies
International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. For more information, visit Study in Australia.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.
Study pathways
Torrens University offers undergraduate and postgraduate students with flexible entry options and study pathways. Whether you prefer a full program or a modular approach, we can tailor your studies to your needs. Start your journey with an undergraduate certificate or diploma or grow your career with a bachelor degree.
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Let us customise a study plan and pathway for you.
Undergraduate
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Diploma courses ( 4 options )
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Diploma of Photography and Content Creation
CRICOS 121036D
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Advanced Diploma of Photography and Content Creation
CRICOS 121035E
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Diploma of Design
CRICOS 094008C
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Diploma of Media Production
CRICOS 121037C
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Bachelor courses ( 2 options )
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Bachelor of Communication Design
CRICOS 090295A
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Bachelor of Media Production and Communication
CRICOS 121038B
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Entry details
Fees
Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.
FEE-HELP
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships
If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry:Admission criteria
No minimum entry requirement or ATAR needed.
Fees
Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
Fee payment
Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below.
Successful completion of at least 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6, 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5 or above, or equivalent
ORAustralian secondary school certificate, or equivalent Senior Secondary qualification, or Baccalaureate Diploma
How to apply
Expression of Interest
Applications for this course are not yet open.
Submit an Expression of Interest and our team will notify you when enrolments become available.
Get ready
Review the admissions criteria and ensure you meet the entry requirements so you're ready when applications open.
Stay informed
Our team will contact you once enrolments open and guide you through the application process.
Frequently asked questions
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What are Torrens University Australia’s ATAR requirements for domestic students?
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What if I don’t meet the entry criteria for a degree?
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Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
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Can I get course credit for previous experience?
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What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
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How do I apply for a scholarship?


