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Photography
- BA
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 7 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
This four year course is designed to improve your photographic skills in a professional and student-driven environment.
You will have the opportunity to test your skills within a choice of supported topic themes which are linked to live projects and industry liaison. The final major project allows for concentration on a specific theme, enabling you to develop a professional portfolio ready for promotion and exhibition.
The practical studio curriculum is supported by theoretical work to underpin your understanding of the context of photography in today’s culture and creative economy. Business studies activities will support your practical understanding of the industry and enable you to develop the business acumen needed to start your own creative business.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W641
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
A relevant HNC/HND will be considered for advanced entry.
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
A level CC
to include Art & Design (or a creative design and/or media subject e.g. Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English e.g. History).
Scottish Higher BCC
to include Art & Design (or a creative design and/or media subject e.g. Graphic Communication, Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 24 points
to include Higher Level Visual Arts and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H3, H3, H4
to include Art (or a creative design and/or technology subject e.g. Graphic Communication, Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English)
Scottish HNC Pass
Relevant HNC will be considered for entry. Specific graded unit requirements plus interview with portfolio
Scottish HND Pass
Relevant HND will be considered for entry. Specific graded unit requirements plus interview with portfolio
HNC (BTEC) P
Relevant HNC will be considered for entry. Specific graded unit requirements plus interview with portfolio
HND (BTEC) P
Relevant HND will be considered for entry. Specific graded unit requirements plus interview with portfolio also required
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher CCC
to include Art / Design (or a creative design and/or media subject such as Graphic Communication, Media Studies) and English or a written subject requiring the use of English
Entry Requirements Explained
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. |
Further Information on English language requirements https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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