303 Photography and Imaging Degree Programs

This is what you will learn in this master's. Mastering the new documentary photography language and the tools you need to be able to create and engage an audience with whom we share our stories, thoughts, emotions and perspectives. And how to develop a professional career as a contemporary documentary photographer.

The Bachelor’s Programme in Photography at FAMU is a three-year full-time study track taught in English that provides a rigorous, creative and intellectually grounded introduction to photographic practice. It welcomes students directly after secondary school as well as applicants with previous studies or artistic experience, offering a balanced combination of technical training, conceptual development and theoretical reflection. The programme aims to cultivate photographers capable of articulating a strong personal vision, mastering a wide spectrum of media, and engaging critically with contemporary visual culture.

The MA in Photography program provides professional practice and intensive study of the photographic medium. The core curriculum covers historical perspective, in addition to advanced theoretical and conceptual development in traditional, experimental, and digital photography capture, post-production, and output with a focus on the development of a signature portfolio in the student’s area of interest (Fine Art Photography, Documentary, or Art for Commerce).

The Master in Photography and Design will allow you to become a successful professional and develop the necessary theoretical and practical skills to be an innovative and creative image creator. Learn to visually communicate ideas and projects from an effectively multidisciplinary approach.

If you’re drawn to visual communications and storytelling—using photography, video, audio, and graphic design—the multimedia, photography and design program at the Newhouse School is the place for you.

Photography (MA, Art and Design) at Aalto University is a two‑year, 120 ECTS full‑time master’s programme taught in English. The major focuses on advanced, practice‑led photographic and artistic research — combining studio practice, workshops, seminars, and independent projects to develop conceptual, technical, and critical skills for contemporary photographic contexts. The programme supports internationalisation, exhibitions, and professional development.

Berkeley City College’s A.A. degree in Digital Imaging prepares students for entry-level jobs in the photography, graphic design, illustration, imaging, and data visualization fields and provides upgraded skills for those already employed in multimedia and data design fields. The program is interdisciplinary and focuses on developing analytical, artistic, critical thinking, and computer skills.

The Master of Arts in Photography at Accademia Italiana’s Rome campus explores photography as an authorial and project-based language, connecting visual research, experimentation, and contemporary image culture. Studying in Rome means learning in an international capital where art, fashion, communication, and creative industries intersect every day, offering students a dynamic and professionally stimulating environment.

In today’s creative landscape, the integration of photography, styling, and creative direction demands skills that combine structured methodology, guided experimentation, and tangible results. This course approaches fashion styling and fashion photography as complementary tools for building visual identity, with a strong focus on outcomes.

The Major in Art: Photography program offers a foundation in both film-based photography and digital photography. Students will learn the basics of photography, including composition, traditional film processing, digital imaging, and lighting. The program provides a solid foundation for students transferring to university baccalaureate photography programs and fine art schools.

The Master of Arts in Photography at Accademia Italiana’s Florence campus explores photography as an authorial and project-based language, connecting visual research, experimentation, and contemporary image culture. Studying in Florence means being immersed in a city that embodies art, design, and visual culture, enriching the academic journey with strong aesthetic awareness and an international outlook.

Our one year intensive Honours degree offers you the opportunity to produce a self-directed body of creative practice work majoring in Photography, Illustration, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or Art Direction. In addition to Creative Practice, your degree also includes Visual Studies and Contextual Studies.

The Contemporary Photography and Visual Culture course provides you with the essential skills and a comprehensive understanding of key concepts in photography, graphic design, and visual communication.

Bachelor of Arts in Photography. The photographer becomes an artist when he is provided with creativity, knows the technique, and adopts a multidisciplinary approach: a professional able to exploit his talent and operate dynamically in the world of image, exploring areas such as reportage, advertising, and fashion photography, photo book, fine art, video, and multimedia.

Acquire the conceptual, academic, and technical skills needed to succeed as an artist in the field of photography and related media.

Dive into the culinary arts and stir appetites with your images! Our Master's in Gastronomic and Advertising Photography is a trailblazing program that melds the splendor of gastronomy with its graphic representation and communication. We'll hone your technique and creativity to produce stunning results that trigger a range of sensations.

In the Photography program, you will learn skills from darkroom to digital photography. Unlike some other photography programs, which focus on commercial photography, OCAD U’s Photography program is more artistic and experimental. The program emphasizes your artistic vision while encouraging you to explore a broad range of issues and styles. In the upper-year levels, you’ll gain real-world experience through a placement in the arts community or through an exhibition of your photographs.

The BA (Hons) in Documentary Photography is for aspiring visual storytellers who are curious, socially engaged, and ready to explore the world through their lens. This blends critical thinking with hands-on practice as you define your creative voice and build a documentary photography practice.