Professional Photographer Education
Aalborg, Denmark
Course
DURATION
6 months
LANGUAGES
English, Danish, Swedish
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 750
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Online Photography Education
The education launches on November 1, 2025. Right now, you can get a 50% launch discount when you register for the education no later than October 31, 2025.
We start with the essentials – learning to understand your camera. Through practical video lessons, you are visually guided through your camera’s functions, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. You’ll complete hands-on assignments that let you actively practice these techniques with your camera.
In addition to technical skills, you’ll also learn about professional lighting, composition, and post-processing, enabling you to create atmospheric and sharp images, whether you’re photographing portraits, nature, or products.
This education is for those who want to work professionally as photographers or for those looking to elevate their hobby-level skills.
The education is 100% online and gives you complete flexibility to study at your own pace. There are no fixed times or deadlines to adjust your schedule around, making it easy to fit the education into your daily life and individual needs.
Three quick facts about the Professional Photographer Education
How long does an online Photography education take?
At Nordic Online Academy, you can study to become a photographer at your own pace. The entire education is divided into 9 modules, which you can schedule according to your own timing. We recommend spreading the photography education over at least 4–6 months. This ensures a deeper understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects of photography.
How much does it cost to take a professional photographer education at Nordic Online Academy?
At Nordic Online Academy, you can complete a fast and independent photography education for only 1500 euro. The price includes access to the online modules for a full two years, even after you have completed the photography education and received your certificate.
How much does a Photographer earn?
A photographer’s salary largely depends on their career path. Many of our students take the photography education with the aim of becoming freelance or self-employed photographers. As an independent photographer, your income can vary greatly depending on the number and type of clients you work with – and you can also choose to expand your services by combining photography with videography, which is increasingly in demand. If you prefer employment, there are opportunities to work for creative agencies, media and marketing bureaus, or even larger companies with in-house communication and content departments.
With the professional photographer education from Nordic Online Academy, you can study whenever and wherever you want, at a pace that suits you. Upon completing the education, you will have gained the skills and knowledge needed to confidently work as a professional photographer, whether employed by a company or working independently in the field. Becoming a trained photographer doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming. Our online modules are designed to expand your knowledge in a manageable and structured way.
The photography education assumes that participants have access to a digital DSLR camera or equivalent, as this will provide the best learning experience. The education covers the fundamental principles and techniques of photography, so there are no formal requirements regarding prior experience or equipment.
- Module 1: Introduction to Photography
- Module 2: Your Camera
- Module 3: Using your Camera
- Module 3: Using Your Camera - Exposure
- Module 4: Using Your Camera - The Lens
- Module 5: Using Your Camera - The Camera Body
- Module 6: Composition and Photography Understanding
- Module 7: Lighting
- Module 8: Post-Processing
- Module 9: Publishing
With this education, you will get:
- Video lessons and practical assignments to strengthen your skills
- A solid technical foundation
- Tools for the entire process – before, during, and after the photo is taken
- Personal certificate
With this education, you gain all the necessary skills to work as a photographer. Once graduated, you have the opportunity to start your own concept as a freelance photographer for both private clients and businesses. At the same time, you can seek employment opportunities, either with other photographers or, as we often see, with companies where graduates work with photography and/or other marketing-related tasks.