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Advanced Diploma in Photography

CA4-W04-24 Institute for the Creative Arts

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2026/27
It is recommended that you visit How to Apply for further information regarding how to submit an online application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
MQF / EQF LevelLevel 4
Duration2 Years Full-Time
ECTS Credits120 ECTS Credits
Work Based Learning

Placement

Course Description

The photographic industry requires young creatives who want to take the plunge into the world of professional image making. The industry requires competitive young professionals who can meet the on-going clients’ demands for fresh and unique ideas for images in a variety of contexts. This course focuses on giving prospective photographers a very near real-life educational experience of what can be experienced in the photographic industries. Learners are exposed to the specialist areas of location photography, editorial photography and studio photography. Towards the end of each academic year the learners develop their own thematic photographic concepts and produce two major photographic projects. The course also includes DSLR and mirrorless photography, studio photography, studio lighting, monochrome darkroom photographic printing, and relevant post-production techniques using Adobe Photoshop.

Career Opportunities
  • Assistant Photographer,
  • Junior Photo Journalist,
  • Junior Studio Photographer,
  • Junior Photo-Editor,
  • Photographer Retail Attendant,
  • Junior Photographer (corporate)
Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…

  • Any MCAST MQF Level 3 Diploma

OR

4 SEC / SSC&P or equivalent with a Pass Grade / Level 3

Other notes related to this programme

Applicants may be asked to sit for an Interview and/or present a Portfolio.

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