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Go for it! I love the ones you've taken with your Rolleiflex.
They are top class, they are a beauty!
I had considered contacting universities but it's quite difficult ascertaining just how I would stand up to other prospective students, so I am very grateful for the positive feedback.
Thank you.
With regards to foundation degrees, how do they work exactly? Upon completion will I have a year knocked off any following BA course? How long will a foundation degree take full-time?
Is it possible to commence such a course before next summer? (January 2010 for instance?)
Thank you.
With regards to foundation degrees, how do they work exactly? Upon completion will I have a year knocked off any following BA course? How long will a foundation degree take full-time?
Is it possible to commence such a course before next summer? (January 2010 for instance?)
Art foundations are 1 years courses, pre-degree so a year's not knocked off although I don't think you need to do one as you have a strong portfolio. They are good if you want to experiment and gain confidence in drawing, painting, 3d, etc and for making your mind up for what degree you'd like to do.
A foundation degree on the other hand is where you do a 2 year course. In order to turn this into a BA you do a top-up year. So I'd presume it's basically doing the first 2 years of a degree really.
A foundation degree on the other hand is where you do a 2 year course. In order to turn this into a BA you do a top-up year. So I'd presume it's basically doing the first 2 years of a degree really.
Freddie_85
I left school aged 17 with a handful of GCSEs (about 5 or 6 A-C). I am now 24 and have no other qualifications.
I have a great interest in photography and would love to study it at University. However since I have no formal qualifications or work experience specific to the subject I am of the opinion I would have no chance when applying to a University.
My brother, a college teacher has encouraged me to apply as a mature student. He is confident my understanding of photography is sufficient.
I am not interested in studying the subject as an A-Level, although I appreciate that I may require a foundation degree.
My question to anyone who has studied the subject, or even better anyone who has taught the subject at this level is... do you think my photographs are potentially good enough to at least apply for a BA course or am I just wasting my time?
My photos
Thank you.
I have a great interest in photography and would love to study it at University. However since I have no formal qualifications or work experience specific to the subject I am of the opinion I would have no chance when applying to a University.
My brother, a college teacher has encouraged me to apply as a mature student. He is confident my understanding of photography is sufficient.
I am not interested in studying the subject as an A-Level, although I appreciate that I may require a foundation degree.
My question to anyone who has studied the subject, or even better anyone who has taught the subject at this level is... do you think my photographs are potentially good enough to at least apply for a BA course or am I just wasting my time?
My photos
Thank you.
Are your photos good? They're bloody amazing
I, however, know nothing about photography, so that's far from a professional opinion.
I had an idea for a photo today, but didn't have my camera and know nothing about photography so nothing came of it
Apply for sure.
They'll ost likely ask you to come for an interview and bring examples of your work in the form of a portfolio.
I know alot of people from my previous course who got unconditional offers based on their portfolios and they were nothing even close to your work.
Im fairly confident you would have nothing to worry about as an applicant, if they see those pictures in your portfolio and you conveny yourself, your passion and interest well.
Just make sure, although your photos are technically pretty sound, some courses can be a bit.... erm how do I put it, pretencious? and may ask you about your inspiration and the meaning behind the photos and what the represent etc, so just make sure you have answers prepared for all your photos when asked for an interview
They'll ost likely ask you to come for an interview and bring examples of your work in the form of a portfolio.
I know alot of people from my previous course who got unconditional offers based on their portfolios and they were nothing even close to your work.
Im fairly confident you would have nothing to worry about as an applicant, if they see those pictures in your portfolio and you conveny yourself, your passion and interest well.
Just make sure, although your photos are technically pretty sound, some courses can be a bit.... erm how do I put it, pretencious? and may ask you about your inspiration and the meaning behind the photos and what the represent etc, so just make sure you have answers prepared for all your photos when asked for an interview
Some of them are really really good, and a few I'm a bit meh over. But that's my personal taste and I can't really photograph anything that well. Go for it!
Thank you for the comments, I have been looking into it further, although I feel like I am running out of time.
Well, I applied to UAL (LCC). And today I found out that I was unsuccessful. Thanks for the help though.
It's just a shame they made their decision based on a few paragraphs I wrote in a personal statement rather than looking through my photographs, and speaking to me face-to-face.
Perhaps this university lark was never for me. I won't be re-applying, it's too late now.
It's just a shame they made their decision based on a few paragraphs I wrote in a personal statement rather than looking through my photographs, and speaking to me face-to-face.
Perhaps this university lark was never for me. I won't be re-applying, it's too late now.
Hi!
Well I think its their loss. You are a great photographer and Im shure you will go far in life. Ive always though the best way to learn to be a better photographer is experimenting. And actually working in the business will teach you tones. Maybe try and get some related work?
Good luck!
Well I think its their loss. You are a great photographer and Im shure you will go far in life.
Ive always though the best way to learn to be a better photographer is experimenting. And actually working in the business will teach you tones. Maybe try and get some related work?Good luck!
Freddie_85
I had considered contacting universities but it's quite difficult ascertaining just how I would stand up to other prospective students, so I am very grateful for the positive feedback.
Thank you.
With regards to foundation degrees, how do they work exactly? Upon completion will I have a year knocked off any following BA course? How long will a foundation degree take full-time?
Is it possible to commence such a course before next summer? (January 2010 for instance?)
Thank you.
With regards to foundation degrees, how do they work exactly? Upon completion will I have a year knocked off any following BA course? How long will a foundation degree take full-time?
Is it possible to commence such a course before next summer? (January 2010 for instance?)
Foundation courses last a year, and would be a good way for you to jump back into the student world!
Your photos are seriously amazing, so what would you want to obtain from a (potentially) 4 year course? It might be better to do an evening course or even get work as a photographers assistant, maybe in a studio and learn like an apprentice?
In the mean time you should print your work and sell it on websites like etsy.com etc.
Your photos are really good, although I do tend to avoid anything to do with photography at college, I love, "the void between us".
Did you have your heart set on LCC because some uni's application deadlines aren't till March 24th, you can find the list on the UCAS website.
But if you don't get into a BA course this year, a Foundation Course might just be useful to help you with your application, as they'd know what to put in a personal statement, and also would write your reference, along with which uni to choose, and getting unis to consider your application in the first place.
Did you have your heart set on LCC because some uni's application deadlines aren't till March 24th, you can find the list on the UCAS website.
But if you don't get into a BA course this year, a Foundation Course might just be useful to help you with your application, as they'd know what to put in a personal statement, and also would write your reference, along with which uni to choose, and getting unis to consider your application in the first place.
Freddie_85
I left school aged 17 with a handful of GCSEs (about 5 or 6 A-C). I am now 24 and have no other qualifications.
I have a great interest in photography and would love to study it at University. However since I have no formal qualifications or work experience specific to the subject I am of the opinion I would have no chance when applying to a University.
My brother, a college teacher has encouraged me to apply as a mature student. He is confident my understanding of photography is sufficient.
I am not interested in studying the subject as an A-Level, although I appreciate that I may require a foundation degree.
My question to anyone who has studied the subject, or even better anyone who has taught the subject at this level is... do you think my photographs are potentially good enough to at least apply for a BA course or am I just wasting my time?
My photos
Thank you.
I have a great interest in photography and would love to study it at University. However since I have no formal qualifications or work experience specific to the subject I am of the opinion I would have no chance when applying to a University.
My brother, a college teacher has encouraged me to apply as a mature student. He is confident my understanding of photography is sufficient.
I am not interested in studying the subject as an A-Level, although I appreciate that I may require a foundation degree.
My question to anyone who has studied the subject, or even better anyone who has taught the subject at this level is... do you think my photographs are potentially good enough to at least apply for a BA course or am I just wasting my time?
My photos
Thank you.
I would say you definately have a strong enough folio to apply for BA. I notice you do alot of varied developing.. I would suggest, rather than a more commercial/fashion photography course, something like the Fine Art Photography course at Glasgow School of Art, based on your style of work. However, it all depends what you want to do afterwards.
You really shouldnt need to do a foundation, as a mature student they will most probably just consider your portfolio.
Do you develop all your own work?
If you want to study for a degree, and you're very sure you only want to do photography, it'll probably be better to apply for year zero courses, which acts similar to a foundation where you build up practical and creative skills, but it's more specialised to the degree you'll be doing. As long as you pass that extra year, you'll automatically carry on onto the next year.
Just before sending off my application, I added London Met and UEL to my choices. To be honest I don't know much about these Universities, it was a last minute thing.
Surprisingly, I have an interview at UEL next week. But after browsing StudentRoom the university receives a lot of negative reviews, whether this is in regard to photography I don't know.
I have heard nothing from London Met.
RBranigan - I develop B&W film. I don't have the equipment to develop colour film, one of the reasons I would like to attend Uni is for their developing facilities.
Surprisingly, I have an interview at UEL next week. But after browsing StudentRoom the university receives a lot of negative reviews, whether this is in regard to photography I don't know.
I have heard nothing from London Met.
RBranigan - I develop B&W film. I don't have the equipment to develop colour film, one of the reasons I would like to attend Uni is for their developing facilities.
Don't give up on going to uni to study photography.
I'm a mature student as well and left school after my GCSE's and went straight into employment. I never did a foundation course or even considered a foundation degree when I applied last year. I was rejected initially from a few of my choices before I was accepted by one of the best Uni's in the UK for photography which I thought was well out of my reach. I didn't think I would stand a chance but I started first year back in September of last year.
Looking at your work, your photographs show you have a real natural talent and you definately have the photographers eye.
If studying Photography is something you want to do, then go for it. Don't be disheartened and keep persevering. There are plenty of Uni's out there that do offer Photography degrees, maybe you can look beyond the ones that are in London?
I wish you the best of luck.
I'm a mature student as well and left school after my GCSE's and went straight into employment. I never did a foundation course or even considered a foundation degree when I applied last year. I was rejected initially from a few of my choices before I was accepted by one of the best Uni's in the UK for photography which I thought was well out of my reach. I didn't think I would stand a chance but I started first year back in September of last year.
Looking at your work, your photographs show you have a real natural talent and you definately have the photographers eye.
If studying Photography is something you want to do, then go for it. Don't be disheartened and keep persevering. There are plenty of Uni's out there that do offer Photography degrees, maybe you can look beyond the ones that are in London?
I wish you the best of luck.
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