British Academy of Photography

I have thoroughly enjoyed studying with the British Academy of Photography. They provide the right mix of study aids, tutoring and time to achieve a qualification at home in your own time. I've learnt so much since taking on this course and my photography has gone from strength to strength. Whether looking for a casual introduction or a qualification, I highly recommend them.
Nov 20th, 2022

I have undertaken the full Hons Degree BAPH has to offer and right from the onset I can see that this is a comprehensive way towards a future in getting better at photography from a practical and theory stand point. My experience is that of in class learning and the tutors are fantastic, share loads of anecdotal examples and encourage the use of the camera in each class. This course might not be for those just looking to improve their photography skills in general as there is essay writing and research work involved even if you are doing the diploma or any of the HC/HND level of the course. This is a complete package where you actually studio photography as a discipline and use the historical precedent and practices to then accurately critique and improve your own work. There is a fair bit of reading of journals, papers and articles involved. So do not expect to just be told some camera hacks like a youtube video to "improve your skills in 10 easy steps" style of environment. This is a genuine and fully equipped qualification which will push you forward mentally within the world of photography. It is absolutely right up my street. The online tutor who marks the assignments are quick in answering questions and marking assignments. Feedback is good and with this being an arts degree, there is a lot of subjectivity in feedback and opinions but that is par for the course. I have made some good connections with my peers in my class group and we are talking to each other on social media and looking out for each others work. We look forward to the end of class photo sharing session where the tutor brings up the photos we may have taken during classes or in between classes in our own time to critique them and improve on them. The assignments do require time and effort, however to me its enjoyable as I learn about new photographers, the history of how certain techniques or technology came about and how I can implement it in my practice. I'm very pleased I signed up to the course through BAPH and look forward to the next sessions.
May 1st, 2022

After 1 year of a 3 year course, I can say that the online Post Graduate Diploma course seems to be great value for money. The assignments are well thought out and really test your ability at working with a brief.
Aug 1st, 2021

Great course with a combination of academic and practical work. I would not underestimate the amount of work for the assignments but they are a great way to learn and challenge your knowledge and skills. Tutors are experienced, passionate and enthusiastic. I would recommend the course.
Apr 28th, 2021

BAPH offered a good variety of courses, but It was the one-year course Post Grad Diploma, with a recognised accredited qualification that interested me the most. The syllabus looked really varied, stretching but with a logical flow and included the history of photography which I had never studied before. The opportunity to study fairly close to home with fortnightly face to face classes in Salford and the ability to receive hands on support via an experienced Photographer/Tutor was a really key part of my decision making, plus the ability to share knowledge, best practice and learn with other students was really appealing and the main selling points I look back with a huge sense of pride and satisfaction, my knowledge, skills, planning and ideas are so much better now than they were before I started. Id like to think my pictures are better too! I would certainly recommend the Post Grad Dip to friends or other students looking to gain a professional photography qualification, so many new skills to learn, to support future opportunities in the field of Photography
Sep 1st, 2020