Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Summer

Program Overview

Program Description:

On this course, you will start by experiencing the different roles that make a fashion shoot happen - assistant, producer, digital operator and client. You will work in the photography studio and on location, learning how to direct a model and source sets, props and backdrops.

You will develop an understanding of contemporary fashion photography and its context in modern society, as well as learn the techniques of using flash equipment, LED lighting and industry-standard digital equipment.

You will finish this part of the course with a portfolio of images, as well as the knowledge and experience to plan a fashion shoot.

The course will then move on to the skills needed to capture the identity of a place through its abstract shapes, colours and textures. Nottingham has a wealth of contemporary and historic buildings to explore through the lens of your camera. You will explore urban spaces old and new, inside and out, as well as green spaces where architecture and nature meet. You will investigate how people interact with the urban environment, and how to capture a moment in time.

By the end of this course, you will have improved your understanding of digital photography and be able to use the manual settings of your camera with confidence. You will also have an appreciation of the work by professional photographers.

In a final presentation, you will show a portfolio of unique fashion and architectural images - and the knowledge of how to plan a shoot on location.

“I enjoyed the time and space to be shown how to use a professional camera and lens, the attention to detail of how to take high quality photographs, and how to edit using Photoshop. Great course. Thank you.” LK

“I enjoyed editing the pictures we had taken. There were endless possibilities.” Sophie

You should have some experience of digital photography and be able to use your camera in manual mode.  You should also have the required English language skills.

Setting Description:

Join the University of the Year 2017, 2018 and 2019 and attend a world-class summer school programme! Our Global Summer School is a fantastic opportunity for you to study and live in the UK whilst making friends from across the world. There’s over 25 courses to choose from, available for two, three or four weeks, so you can create your perfect Summer School.

Cost:

£1100 GBP. £990 early payment discount

Additional Program Information

Requirements:

You should have some experience of digital photography and be able to use your camera in manual mode. You should also have the required English language skills.

Scholarships:

No