Associate Degree in Digital Photography

This programme is committed towards providing a comprehensive course that covers the basic skills in acquiring knowledge and research, and applying them to solve visual problem. The main objective of this programme is to prepare graduates to enter into and succeed in the global design industry.

The programme is inline with the advancement of technologies that photography world are facing today. Graduates will experience theory, technical and sufficient skills to survive in the photography industries that demand quality and accuracy.

Our graduates are well versed in international and expectations of the photography industry. Students are multi-skilled, versatile and capable of multitasking and, therefore, make a smooth transition into industry. Students are exposed to a wide range of digital photography and image manipulation software and entrepreneurship skills.

At the end of the programme, students will be able to translate ideas into visual form. The photograph that they produce will certainly be at par with industries quality standards. They will also be able to develop effective strategies for goal setting, time management and to execute design concepts to a professional standard.

Entry requirements

Pass an ‘O’ Level or an equivalent qualification from a recognition institution by the local Ministry of Education.

Programme structure

Year 1
Semester 1 Semester 2
Creative and Innovation Studies Introduction to Graphic Design
Drawing 1 Graphic Design Principles
Fundamental of Design Communication Graphics
Introduction to Computer Skills Advanced Creative & Innovation Studies
Introduction to Research Illustration 1
Communication & Study Skills
Year 2
Semester 1 Semester 2
Introduction to Digital Photography Basic Black & White (Experimental)
Visual Communication in Photography Photojournalism
History & Aesthetics of Photography Principles of Advertising 1
Professional Communication Skills 2 Basic Lighting 2
Basic Lighting 1 Digital Photo Art
Year 3
Semester 1 Semester 2
Advanced Digital Imaging Practical Internship
Commercial Photography Project Report
Advanced Advertising
Advanced Photojournalism
Entrepreneurship
Advanced Black & White (Experimental)

Career Paths

As the communication industry continues to expand there are tremendous opportunities for digital photography graduates. Graduates of the Diploma in Digital Photography programme typically work as:

  • Art Director
  • Advertising Photographer
  • Fashion Photographer
  • Digital Imaging Manipulator
  • Photojournalis
  • Director of Photography
  • Fine Art Photographer
  • Bridal / Wedding photographer
  • Corporate Photographer