Looking for a career path? Get a degree in Media and Photography

Study Media and Photography at the University of Bolton, No.1 in the North West for the past three years in Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide and No.2 in Teaching Quality in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020.

Results are finally in, and everyone is thinking about where they are going to university, or maybe asking if university is right for them. And you know what? It’s the perfect time. A lot of people may be talking about pandemics and lockdowns and recessions, but you have an amazing opportunity right now.

Because it’s all a bit crazy out there, there has never been a better time to study and enhance your knowledge and skill set. Work towards employment, which you’ll be ready for in a few years time, and skip all the drama and stress of a slow market that exists today. For postgraduates, it’s even a good time to think about going back to higher education and growing your skills and qualifications.

Why study Media and Photography?

If you’re passionate about films or photography, a degree in Media and Photography disciplines could be the perfect fit for you. Believe it or not, there’s a lot more to all of this than just pointing a lense at something and hoping for the best.

Understanding space, dimensions, composition, lightning, blocking, angles and so much more are all important aspects to being a good photographer, cinematographer or director, and plenty of other roles found with this creative field.

For those more interested in the production side of things, knowing how to organise the many components involved in a good shoot is critical. Mastery of scheduling, inventory, lead times, budgets and the management of people are just a few of the skills needed to thrive in Media and Photography.

The University of Bolton can help you turn your interest or passion for films and photography into a fully fledged set of applied professional skills.

So the million dollar question, why study at the University of Bolton?

Simple. Our students are some of the happiest in the country because at Bolton we are proud to put our students and their needs first. Not forgetting the incredible scene in Greater Manchester and our brilliant student union, students love to learn at Bolton because we teach hands-on courses designed to build you a career that you’ll enjoy.

With flexible study plans, a high ratio of lecturers to students and a range of professionally accredited courses, Bolton students leave university prepared for real work in the real world.

Contact us now

Don’t waste another minute. Places can go fast, so if you think Media and Photography at the University of Bolton could be the right degree for you, have a look at our range of course options right now, get in touch, and come and enjoy #UniAsItShouldBe.