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Beginners Photography

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 5

Study mode Full time

Start date Aug 2026

Course overview
Entry requirements
Progression & career opportunities
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Course overview

This course is designed to give students an introduction to Photography.

This course is a basic starter course for those wishing to explore and learn more about photography. Students will learn the basics of a camera and what it takes to make successful photographs.

This is a hands-on course where students will learn through the practical use of a camera and other photographic equipment in college and on location. Students will also learn basic photo editing and preparing files for printing.

If you need any more help with your application please get in touch with alan.mccredie@edinburghcollege.ac.uk.

Examples of past students' work can be found on Edinburgh College Photography.

What you will learn

Photoshop
Composition and Exposure
Photography for Social Media
Studio Portraiture

How the course is assessed

You will be assessed through both practical, written and project-based assignments

Number of days per week

3 days per week

Entry requirements

Three passes at SCQF Level 4
A portfolio containing a variety of your images
IELTS 5.5

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

Instructions on submitting a portfolio will be sent out to you when you have completed and sent in your application. It is important to complete the application as soon as possible so interview dates can be arranged.

Portfolio Guidance

Your portfolio should be a selection of 10 of your images that:

illustrate a range of basic camera techniques.
Showcase your current skills
Avoid duplicity in your selection
Images may be colour or black & white

If you need any more help with your application please get in touch with alan.mccredie@edinburghcollege.ac.uk.

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

NPA Photography Level 5 taught at Edinburgh College

Career options

Camera assistant

Study Options

Campus	Study mode	Start date
Sighthill Campus	Full time	24/08/26

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