Ma Socially Engaged Photography

The Socially Engaged Photography course, offered at the University of Salford, provides a platform for students to debate, test and explore socially engaged photography practices. This course aims to create a vibrant community of practitioners and researchers, formed through partnerships with local and international organizations and leading professionals in the field of socially engaged photography.Course Content: The course covers a wide range of topics, including socially engaged photography practices, research strategies, critical and theoretical approaches, technical skills in photography, practical project planning and execution, and preparing for the professional world. The first semester focuses on theoretical basis and practical application of socially engaged photography practices. In the second semester, students delve into research methods and start developing their own critical practice. The final semester is dedicated to the completion of a final project or dissertation.Key Modules: Some of the main course modules include: Socially Engaged Photography Practice 1 & 2; Research Methods in Art & Design; Master’s Project (Socially Engaged Photography Practice 3); Professional Platforms for Socially Engaged Photography; and Introduction to Master’s Study in Art and Design.Accreditations: The program is accredited and awarded by the University of Salford, which is among the top one percent of universities around the world.Future Careers: With a strong emphasis on career preparedness, the course is designed for individuals looking to pursue careers in a variety of sectors, such as community arts, education, public engagement, arts/photography administration, or continuing practice as artists/photographers. The program also provides the groundwork for those considering starting their own photography-based initiatives or working for NGOs, the public sector, or commercial businesses.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.