UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE OF PHOTOGRAPHY
The Undergraduate Certificate of Photography is an exciting accredited, and fully FEE-HELP enabled higher education course that provides a comprehensive introductory tertiary-level photographic qualification.
Course Code: 1400854
CRICOS Course Code: 105886F
COMMENCES
17 February 2025
To be added
DURATION
4 Months
LOCATION
Melbourne Campus or Remote Online
FEES
FEE HELP available
COURSE OVERVIEW
During a one semester period, you will cover all the technical aspects needed to produce creative photographic images, ensuring you gain comprehensive skills in camera craft and digital post-production. By exploring a range of photographic genres and visual approaches, you will develop your own photography practice, as well as learn about the history of photography and the influence it has had on contemporary photographic styles.
WHY A BACHELOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY AT PSC?
PSC is the best place to study photography, for over 50 years we have been the leader in photography education and at the forefront of photography course development. We are deeply committed to your visual journey and career success, and we know our course will open your eyes, broaden your thinking and connect you to an active creative community.
PSC is recognised as one of the leading photographic educational institutions in the world.
Join us now.
WORLD CLASS DESIGNED FACILITIES
Our campus is the culmination of extensive international research and planning and provides a specialised contemporary learning environment with purpose built facilities.
GREAT STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO
You are immersed in practical, hands-on learning environments that mirror professional practice. We provide fantastic student to teacher ratio in smaller class sizes.
INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRY NETWORKS
Our lecturers are leading professionals highly respected and connected in the photography and image making industry. We offer an extensive international mentor program.
FACE-TO-FACE AND REMOTE LEARNING
Our photography course delivery includes interactive classes, workshops and practical participation. Both face-to-face OR real time study via Zoom provide the same level of teacher guidance and support.
The Undergraduate Certificate of Photography provides pathways into further study or employment. Once you have completed the course, you are eligible to gain direct entry into Semester 2 of the 1st year of the Bachelor of Photography & Digital Imaging degree.
The course provides you with 30 credit points of the 180 credit points required for the Bachelor of Photography & Digital Imaging qualification.
Alternatively, it will prepare you for support roles in photography and the creative industries such as working as a photography assistant, cataloguing digital content, digital retouching, or being a visual editing assistant.
The PSC job register provides real world job opportunities for you to gain valuable experience and build industry networks while you study. Many graduates gain ongoing employment through this register and our mentor program. Our prestigious mentor program features numerous highly respected national and international industry professionals including:
Vinh Mangalino Commercial photographer, AUS
Paul Batt Documentary photographer, AUS
Rodney Dekker Photographer and video producer, AUS
Liz Sunshine Street photographer, AUS
Sean McDonald Commercial/portrait photographer & filmmaker, AUS
Lauren Pond Documentary photographer, US
To find out more refer to the Bachelor of Photography Course Guide
PSC has fee support for students. Students may apply for a FEE-HELP loan at enrolment to cover the cost of tuition for the course. FEE-HELP is an Australian government loan scheme that assists eligible students with loans to pay all or part of their tuition fees.
Domestic Students who are Australian Citizens may apply for FEE-HELP.
FEE-HELP is not available for international students. International Student tuition fees are paid up-front on a per-semester basis.
When you accept your offer and complete your enrolment form, you also choose your tuition fee payment option.
Undergraduate Certificate of Photography February 2025 Tuition Fees & Census Date - (PDF)
Undergraduate Certificate of Photography February 2025 Tuition Fees - (PDF) International Students
Non-Year 12 or Mature Age (domestic)
Applicants should apply directly to PSC using the Application form. Once received, you’ll be contacted to arrange your informal interview. This relaxed and friendly discussion includes a folio presentation.
Year 12 applicants (domestic)
We don’t use ATAR as any part of the admission criteria. Successful completion of VCE or equivalent Interview and creative work
The interview is a holistic way for us to get to know you, your creative work and your interests. If you are only applying to PSC, just apply directly
International applicants
International student applicants apply directly to PSC using the International Student Application form.
Our specialised course offers you blended options so you can tailor your experience: on-campus OR online via zoom. Subjects and classes are delivered via real time zoom and supported via our online learning portal.
If you have an enquiry about this course or any of our courses, we're here to help.
Email Us (study@psc.edu.au)
Phone (03) 9682 3191
TESTIMONIALS
“PSC has exceeded my expectations about what a uni experience can be. I'm very pleased with the quality of my lecturers and their inclusive, forward-thinking approach to learning. I've been consistently impressed with the availability of resources not just in terms of technology but also helpful staff, support systems and educational material.”
“PSC was absolutely the best choice for me, I know a lot of people who went to uni and the course just wasn’t for them or the uni wasn’t for them, but I really love it – I love the people and the teachers and the whole environment.”