The Diploma in Photography program (1 year) is an intensive and comprehensive course designed to provide students with a strong foundation in photography techniques, visual storytelling, and image editing. This program covers various aspects of photography, from camera operation and lighting to post-processing and portfolio development.

Course Duration: 1 year

Course Objectives:

To provide students with an in-depth understanding of photography concepts and techniques.
To develop proficiency in operating digital cameras and related equipment.
To enable students to create visually compelling and well-edited photographs.
To prepare students for careers in photography or to enhance their photography skills.

Semester 1: Fundamentals of Photography                                                                                                                                                                                                  

  Module 1: Introduction to Photography                                                                                                                                                                                             

Session 1: Course orientation and overview of photography.
Session 2: History and evolution of photography.
Session 3: Role of photography in visual storytelling.

Module 2: Camera Operation and Settings.                                                                                                                                                                                     

 Session 4: Types of digital cameras and their features.
Session 5: Camera settings (exposure, focus, ISO, white balance).
Session 6: Composition and framing in photography.

Module 3: Lighting and Exposure                                                                                                                                                                                                          

 Session 7: Fundamentals of lighting in photography.
Session 8: Types of lighting equipment and their use.
Session 9: Exposure control and managing light in photography.

Semester 2: Advanced Photography Techniques                                                                                                                                                                         

Module 4: Image Composition and Visual Design                                                                                                                                                                        

Session 10: Principles of image composition (rule of thirds, leading lines).
Session 11: Visual design elements (e.g., color, contrast, texture).
Session 12: Creativity and personal style in photography.

Module 5: Specialized Photography Techniques                                                                                                                                                                               

Session 13: Portrait photography and working with models (if applicable).
Session 14: Landscape and nature photography.
Session 15: Product and commercial photography (if applicable).

Module 6: Post-Processing and Image Editing                                                                                                                                                                               

  Session 16: Introduction to image editing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop).
Session 17: Image editing techniques (color correction, retouching).
Session 18: Enhancing photographs through digital post-processing.

Semester 3: Photography Projects and Portfolio Development

Module 7: Photography Projects                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Session 19: Planning and shooting photography projects.
Session 20: Image selection and editing for project cohesion.

Module 8: Portfolio Development                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

 Session 21: Building a professional photography portfolio.
Session 22: Portfolio review and critique by industry experts.

Module 9: Final Photography Projects and Graduation                                                                                                                                                                

 Session 23: Shooting and editing final photography projects.
Session 24: Preparing for graduation and receiving the diploma.

Assessment and Evaluation:                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Regular attendance and active participation in lectures, workshops, and photography assignments.
Completion of photography projects, including a final portfolio.
Improvement in photography skills, camera operation, and image editing proficiency.
Successful execution of photography projects, demonstrating creativity and technical competence.

Materials Required:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Digital camera (DSLR or mirrorless) with manual controls.
Laptop or computer with image editing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop).
Photography accessories (e.g., tripod, lenses, memory cards, and a camera bag).
Textbooks and reference materials on photography techniques and composition.

This Diploma in Photography (1-year program) is designed for individuals who are passionate about photography and want to pursue it as a career or enhance their photography skills. It provides a comprehensive education in photography techniques, camera operation, composition, and image editing, enabling students to create visually stunning photographs for various purposes, including artistic expression, portrait photography, and commercial work. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared for careers in photography or to further their studies in this field.

JOB AREA

Magazine And Newspaper

Publisher, Commercial,

Press & Publishing House,

Photographers, Ad. Agencies,

Food Product Industries, Freelancer.