Photography - UH-000419

The University’s policy for Admissions is outlined in Section D of the Regulations of Awards Handbook:
<a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-d/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/section-d/</a>
 
In addition to the standard University requirements, the minimum entry requirements for each course is normally:
<ul>
<li>An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject or an equivalent professional qualification.</li>
<li>Alternative qualifications and/or significant experience may be accepted, subject to approval. </li>
</ul>
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
Assessment of your application will also include review of a selection of your work in a portfolio which can also include relevant support and research material. This review can take place through a discussion of the portfolio in person with an academic tutor or, as is the case often with international applicants, through digital submission.

UH-000419 - Photography

Masters Optional

Masters Compulsory

Masters Core

Masters Level

Structure

Master of Arts

Evaluate and apply a comprehensive range of visual, oral, written and reflective professional communications to test, analyse and critically appraise project proposals.

Be self-motivated with the ability to stand at the forefront of innovations and to work autonomously.

Critically appraise the importance of social, ethical, technological and cultural dimensions of photography as applied to your personal practice and that of others.

Systematically plan, organise and implement research, critically analyse and interpret data and effectively communicate ideas and information in an appropriate format observing strict academic and professional protocols.

Develop advanced conceptual thinking and awareness of established, emerging and alternative technologies.

Organise and robustly plan work by clarifying personal tasks and facilitating appropriate use of the capacities of team members and/or peers in the analysis of complex issues.

Systematically plan, negotiate and implement topical research to substantiate a coherent body of advanced photographic practice.

Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how knowledge is advanced through research to produce clear creative and critical frameworks for professional practices.

Demonstrate initiative, self-direction and leadership in contexts of uncertainty, change and complexity.

Be flexible and adapt to the needs and demands of continuous change in the creative global industries.

Contribute to the principles and processes of photography in supporting innovation within commercial or creative industries.

Develop an advanced understanding of the requirements for multi-, inter- and transdisciplinary practices to fully appreciate the factors shaping the emerging techniques, standards, and processes across the subject of Art and Communication.

Acquire advanced personal management, self-confidence, motivation, future career and enterprise goals. 

Evidence advanced knowledge and understanding of photography and its current and emerging global applications such as, but not limited to, advertising, architectural commercial, editorial, fine art, fashion and photojournalism.

Work efficiently as part of multi-disciplinary teams, drawing on the sum of experiences to effectively inform practice.

Evidence awareness and relevance of your work in relation to professional standards in photographic practice through high-quality post-production skills, sector awareness and self-promotion through marketing, social media and portfolio development. 

Full details of the methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of learning and teaching can be found in the University of Huddersfield’s Quality Assurance Procedures for Taught Courses handbook.  This can be viewed online at <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa/">http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa/</a>
 
The methods for the validation and annual evaluation of courses, including those validated by external bodies, and for the review of teaching and research and of academic support services are specified in the University’s Quality Assurance Procedures for Taught Courses which can be found on the Registry website as follows: <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa">http://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa</a>
 
The School is committed to comprehensive student engagement and works actively with the University of Huddersfield Student Union to support this through the student representative system
 
Within the School students are represented at committee level from Student Panels to the School Board. Individual feedback on the quality and standards of teaching and learning is received through module and course evaluations.
 
An effective external examination system is managed by Registry and all reports are viewed at University, School and course levels.  External examiner and student feedback, as well as all statistical data about the course, is reported through the course committee structure and scrutinised through the University wide annual evaluation process.

UH-000419

This programme specification document provides a concise summary of the main features of the Programme and the Learning Outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.  More detailed information on the Learning Outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the module study guide and course handbook.

Each programme has a named course leader, normally based in the subject area, who has responsibility for the smooth operation of the course. The course leaders are also available for academic support, as are module leaders and other teaching staff.
 
Details of academic and personal support within the School and University are listed in the Student handbook
 
In addition, you can also expect support in the form of:
 
<ul>
<li>Course Handbook, updated annually, which gives all relevant information about the course and includes the key regulations and advice on the presentation of written work;</li>
<li>Module Handbooks and a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for each taught module;</li>
<li>Induction programme for new students;</li>
<li>Personal Tutors; Module Leaders</li>
<li>All students have access to PDP through regular meetings with your Personal Tutors and the Module Leaders;</li>
<li>The course will make any necessary adjustments to ensure that disabled students receive fair and equal treatment;</li>
</ul>

Photography

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This course is run from the School of Arts and Humanities which has dedicated Academic Skills Tutors who deliver a range of skills based sessions on academic skills, writing, language and research. You will also be supported by our student guidance team on non-academic related matters.
The School operates a Personal Academic Tutor System (PATS) which provides you with access to a personal tutor. This system is designed to give you’ academic and pastoral support. Your Personal Academic Tutor may also refer you for specialist support and assessment e.g. for dyslexia.
Across the School’s facitlities you can access excellent a wide range of industry standard software, equipment and specialist workshops resource and school technicians to support a breadth of digital and physical fabrication methods. 
The School is based in The Barbara Hepworth Building, a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2019 and designed for teaching, learning and research in art, design and architecture. Here you can access excellent software, equipment and specialist workshops resource and school technicians to support a breadth of digital and physical fabrication methods. 
In line with the Equality Act 2010 the School will make reasonable adjustments in order that disabled students can fully access your course. The University's Disability Support Service provides information and advice to disabled students about the support available and liaises with members of staff on disability related issues.