Photography — Still & Motion
Credential: Diploma
Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
Campus: Learning Commons
Start: September
Program Description
A hands-on program for students who want to work as commercial photographers, videographers, or content creators. The curriculum covers digital capture, studio lighting, portrait and product work, video storytelling, and business practices for freelancers. Students shoot on DSLR and mirrorless systems and edit in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere. A portfolio review in semester 4 determines graduation readiness.
Admission Requirements
Grade 12 English (C or U); portfolio required for admission.
Career Outcomes
Commercial photographer, portrait photographer, real estate photographer, videographer, photo editor.
Course Breakdown
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| PHOT101 Camera & Exposure | PHOT201 Studio Lighting |
| PHOT102 Digital Workflow | PHOT202 Portrait Photography |
| PHOT103 Visual Composition | PHOT203 Video Fundamentals |
| PHOT104 History of Photography | PHOT204 Product & Commercial |
| COMM101 College Communications | PHOT205 Photojournalism |
| ELECTIVE General Education | ELECTIVE General Education |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| PHOT301 Advanced Lighting | PHOT401 Portfolio Development |
| PHOT302 Motion & Documentary | PHOT402 Business of Photography |
| PHOT303 Retouching & Colour | PHOT403 Live Client Project |
| PHOT304 Experimental & Fine Art | PHOT404 Exhibition & Distribution |
| ELECTIVE General Education | PHOT405 Career Preparation |
Quick Facts
- Credential: See program details
- Campus: Main Campus
- OSAP: Eligible
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