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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W640
Photography
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,085Per Year (Intl)
£22,000Avg. Graduate Salary
96%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Staffordshire, the BA (Hons) Photography provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Stoke-on-Trent, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Focusing on photographs as intentional 'visual communication', this course will help to develop your conceptual, creative and technical skills. On this course we nurture new talent, encouraging students to develop imaginative approaches to image-making, as well as the technical knowledge required to become leading industry professionals. This is one of the most established photography courses in the country, and the current team brings a wealth of experience from across the photographic and art sector – from editorial, advertising, public relations, fashion, documentary and art practices. International tuition fees are £17,085 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate, and 78% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Photography Fundamentals and Practice
Visual Communication and Conceptual Development
Digital Image Processing and Editing
Documentary and Editorial Photography
Fine Art Photography and Critique
Professional Practice and Industry Standards
Lighting and Studio Techniques
Photography Dissertation and Final Project
UCAS Code:W640
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 96 points |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,085
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,255
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 — University of Staffordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £22,000 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £14,000 | £18,500 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £17,000 | £22,500 | £26,500 |
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▼ 23% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
3%Studying
8%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
53%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
87%
Overall
Teaching on my course
96%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
83%Academic support
91%Organisation and management
77%Learning resources
87%Student voice
88%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
79%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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