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LABASAD Barcelona School of Arts & Design
Online Master in New Documentary Photography
- Online Spain
Master degree
Full time
12 months
Distance Learning
English
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.


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Nordic Online Academy
Professional Photographer Education
- Aalborg, Denmark
Course
Part time
4 months
Distance Learning
English, Danish, Swedish
Do you dream of taking professional photos and working creatively with photography? Our online photography education gives you a solid understanding of both technique and creative composition, allowing you to take your photography to the next level. Photography is a skill that blends technical knowledge and creativity, with only your imagination setting the limits.


Academy of Art University
Master of Arts (MA) in Photography
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
MA
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
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).


International Career Institute
Photography Course
- Online
Course
Full time, Part time
24 weeks
Distance Learning
English
The ICI photography course has been designed in consultation with the photography industry and teaches you the skills that you need to succeed quickly and conveniently. The benefits include Tracking your photography career and learning the inside secrets of how to become a pro in months not years! Study a photography course that was designed in conjunction with the photography industry, Free up valuable time, don’t waste time and money traveling to classes, Study at your own pace whenever and wherever you are, Have access to a tutor, Easy interest-free payment plans from as low as £25 per week, Exciting, diverse projects, Meet interesting people from all walks of life Travel opportunities.
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Spokane Colleges (SCC/SFCC)
AAS in Photography
- Spokane, USA
Associate of Applied Science
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English
Our photography program is an intensive two-year study of visual communications. You’ll learn the fundamentals of lighting, composition, and visual storytelling; practice your artistic and technical skills in studios and technology labs; and explore current trends and career opportunities in photography and digital media production.


Academy of Art University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Photography
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
Master degree
Full time
7 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The MFA program provides advanced practice and intensive study of the photographic medium. The Core curriculum covers historical perspective, advanced theoretical and conceptual development in traditional, experimental and digital photography capture, post-production and output. The program culminates with a formal thesis project and a complete body of work that supports the thesis and showcases each student's unique vision and talent.


Academy of Art University
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography
- San Francisco, USA
- Online
Bachelor's degree
Full time
8 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The BFA degree builds on the core curriculum of fundamental principles by emphasizing the aesthetic and conceptual skills necessary for a professional portfolio. After completing the core curriculum, students choose to focus on commercial or editorial, fine art, or documentary courses. Upon graduation, students will be required to demonstrate an individual style and a unique approach to their chosen area of study.


Online College of Art & Design
Photography Foundation Diploma
- Stevenage, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time, Part time
Distance Learning
English
This stimulating and transformative photography course will empower you to enter the profession of photography. It will shape your identity as a photographer who possesses the confidence and skills to challenge the contemporary practice.


Udemy
Photography Masterclass: A Complete Guide to Photography
- Online
Course
Part time
23 hours
Distance Learning
English
This online photography course will teach you how to take amazing images and even sell them, whether you use a smartphone, mirrorless, or DSLR camera. This photography course is designed to teach you the ins and outs of photography, even if you have little to no experience with it, to help create profitable images that help you stand out from the crowd and sell.


ESMAC : École Supérieure des Métiers des Arts appliqués et de la Culture
Bachelor Photography
- Belgium Online, Belgium
- Switzerland Online, Switzerland
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Bachelor's degree
Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
French
The PROFESSIONAL BACHELOR SDS® PHOTOGRAPHY is a European diploma issued by INSHED. The training allows you to be professionally operational from the start of your career and to benefit from good employability, even beyond your country of origin.


SHIFTA
Online Master in Photography and Design
- Madrid, Spain
Master degree
Distance Learning
Spanish
In the digital society in which we live, images have taken over from words as an element of communication: nowadays we communicate at all levels with images. In a fast-paced society, photography conveys messages, emotions, opinions, etc. faster and more deeply. A photographer is not who takes photographs but who is able to communicate through them. In the Master in Photography, photography is approached as an open and multidisciplinary discipline, providing the student with the knowledge, understanding, and theoretical-practical skills necessary to become a successful professional in the field of photography and the creative industries. increasingly complex, dynamic, and competitive.


Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
Bachelor of Photography (Major)
- Health Centre, USA
Bachelor's degree
Distance Learning
English
One of the first programs of its kind worldwide, the photography program at MICA was established more than 100 years ago.


The Open College of the Arts
BA (Hons) in Photography
- Barnsley, United Kingdom
BA
Part time
Distance Learning
English
The BA (Hons) Photography degree will develop your technical, creative and analytical skills through a highly structured programme of study which is made sensitive to your needs as a student through a one-to-one tutor relationship. At Level 5, you will begin to develop your personal artistic voice as a photographer through an exploration of genre, and there will be an increased emphasis on theoretical and critical studies in parallel with your practical work. Level 6 consists primarily of a flexible negotiated programme. These three final modules can be linked and the college’s wide range of tutor specialisms helps in supporting you in your creation of fresh and challenging work that shows a maturity of outlook across the spectrum of photographic practice.


Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts in Photography
- Manchester, USA
BA
Distance Learning
English
Kick-start your career in the arts or blaze a new professional trail with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Digital Photography from Southern New Hampshire University. The online bachelor's program provides a strong footing in the technical skills of digital camera operation, lighting and post-production image editing while refining your visual literacy and providing you with a foundation in the humanities all at a fraction of the cost of comparable programs.


Daytona State College
Photographic Technology, A.S.
- Daytona Beach, USA
Associate of Applied Science
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Photographic Technology, AS program offers the technical instruction and theoretical knowledge in photography to assist graduates in successfully entering the commercial, editorial, advertising, fine arts, and photo technology fields. Coursework covers digital photography and videography as well as the medium’s history and aesthetics to prepare photographers as visual communicators.
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Studying photography opens the door to a world of creativity and technical skill. In online photography degree programs, you gain the opportunity to capture compelling images, develop your unique style, and understand the visual language of photography.
Through courses in digital photography, you'll explore composition, lighting techniques, and photo editing software. You'll learn to create a professional portfolio that showcases your abilities and aesthetic. Many students build confidence in their artistic vision as they engage with various photography styles, from portrait to landscape.
Graduates of these programs often pursue careers as photographers, photojournalists, or studio managers. The flexible nature of online learning accommodates busy lives while providing access to valuable resources and networking opportunities. This format supports creative collaboration and encourages discussions with peers from diverse backgrounds. The emphasis on hands-on projects and industry-relevant assignments shapes your skills for a competitive market.