Clearing: Photography

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Clearing 2023 is now closed

If you're thinking of studying with us in September 2024 you can find out more about the courses we offer, student life, and our creative community in our undergraduate pages.

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Commercial Photography BA(Hons)

From creating photographs and films for high-end advertising and marketing campaigns to producing vi...

Commercial Photography BA(Hons)
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Ellie Hope photography

Documentary & Editorial Photography BA(Hons)

On this fast-paced degree, you’ll learn to use the power of photography to communicate with a glob...

Documentary & Editorial Photography BA(Hons)
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Marine & Natural History Photography 2024

Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons)

Harness your passion for photography and filmmaking to inspire audiences about nature and the enviro...

Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons)
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Alice Marple Horvat - Fashion Photography

Work by Alice Marple Horvat

Fashion Photography BA(Hons)

Develop your unique artistic voice and springboard into the industry as an innovative fashion photog...

Fashion Photography BA(Hons)
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Photography student work by Lizzie Blackie

Photography BA(Hons)

On this dynamic course, you’ll explore the world of contemporary photography and develop a unique ...

Photography BA(Hons)
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BA(Hons) Visual Communication (Online)

Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online)

Get ahead in the vibrant, ever-evolving field of visual communications with this exciting online cou...

Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online)
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Photography BA(Hons) (Online)

With a distinct focus on global digital communication, this online photography degree will equip you...

Photography BA(Hons) (Online)
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Sam Stewart with David Attenborough

Image credit: Sam Stewart

From Falmouth University to filming with Sir David Attenborough for Wild Isles


From traversing the deserts of Oman and the snowfields of Alaska for Netflix and the BBC, to (spoiler alert) filming with Sir David Attenborough for Wild Isles, Sam Stewart has the career many photographers and filmmakers dream of. So, how did he get here? What are his career highlights? And what tips does he have for people who are looking to get into his field of work?

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Why Falmouth?

Working in industry-standard facilities, you'll get the chance to work on live projects and occasional paid briefs via our in-house agency, go on internships and study visits to places like London, the Galapagos Islands, New York and the Red Sea and hear from industry experts through our guest lecture series.

Peerless facilities

Our multi-million-pound photography facilities are some of the best in Europe. Housing dark rooms, process areas and photomicroscopy laboratory, post-production suites, full professional studios and a gallery, our Institute of Photography encompasses both traditional and digital processes. The equipment hire desk is manned throughout the year too, so you can loan the latest industry equipment for free whenever you need it.

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Industry connections & opportunities

Throughout your course, you'll have opportunities to take on live briefs with real clients as well as learning from industry professionals through guest lectures, masterclasses and study trips. 

Further information & support

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Student Funding

Explore your funding opportunities so you can make an informed plan about how to cover the costs of ...

Student Funding
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Widening Participation & Outreach

Discover how we can support students to access higher education.

Widening Participation & Outreach
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Accommodation for Clearing Applicants

Find out about your accommodation options when applying to Falmouth through Clearing in 2024. ...

Accommodation for Clearing Applicants
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Student Support

Discover all the support services and wellbeing resources available to Falmouth University students....

Student Support
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Student Life

Our students enjoy a lifestyle a little beyond the ordinary. From exploring the coastline, seek...

Student Life
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Clearing

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Thinking of studying with us in 2024?

If you're thinking of studying with us in September 2024, you can find out about the courses we offer, student life, and our creative community in our undergraduate pages.

Explore undergraduate study
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