Photography (AS Degree S1002)

Arts Division
 

This program is designed to prepare the student for employment in the field of photography. A variety of career opportunities are available in photography, art, cinema, communications, industrial arts, graphics, and journalism. Student desiring a bachelor’s degree should consult with an advisor or catalog of the institution they wish to attend regarding transferability of courses.

This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

Required Courses

Recommended Electives

Photography Website  

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:

• Use critical thinking skills and be able to analyze and assess photographic situations, solve technical problems, and overcome creative challenges as they arise in the production of high quality still and motion imagery for professional, editorial, commercial, or fine art applications.
• Design and construct still and motion imagery that can communicate ideas or narratives effectively for commercial, editorial, or fine art purposes.
• Have the knowledge and skills pertinent to the operation of a freelance photography business and sound business practices in the trade.
• Usefully participate in the collaborative environment of commercial art fields.
• Analyze, discuss, and critique the various technical, aesthetic, conceptual, historical, and cultural aspects of a photograph.
  
  Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.

Looking for guidance? A counselor can help.This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.