Guaranteed
Alumni Discount
Robert Gordon University · Undergraduate
20% off feesscholarship value
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course
4 yearsDuration
£18,300Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Robert Gordon University, the BA Photography provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This four year course is designed to improve your photographic skills in a professional and student-driven environment. You will have the opportunity to test your skills within a choice of supported topic themes which are linked to live projects and industry liaison. The final major project allows for concentration on a specific theme, enabling you to develop a professional portfolio ready for promotion and exhibition. International tuition fees are £18,300 per year, home/UK fees are £7,220 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Photography Fundamentals and Practice
Digital Image Processing and Technique
Photography in Cultural Context
Lighting Design and Studio Practice
Professional Portfolio Development
Business Skills for Creative Practitioners
Photographic Theory and History
Specialised Photography Project
UCAS Code:W641
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CC to include Art & Design (or a creative design and/or media subject e.g. Media Studies) and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English e.g. History). |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points to include Higher Level Visual Arts and English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,300
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£73,200
Home Student Fee
£7,220
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Robert Gordon University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £24,000 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £15,000 | £19,500 | £23,500 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 19% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
77%Working
2%Studying
12%Work & Study
2%Seeking Work
82%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About Robert Gordon University
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