Photography Short Courses

Photography short courses

​Study one of our Photography short courses at Falmouth and garner specialist support from our team of experts. Whether you'd like to experiment with alternative photography processes, discover darkroom techniques or improve your product photography, we provide a range of short courses to suit all levels. 

​Our fantastic Institute of Photography on our Penryn campus houses fully professional facilities and encompasses both traditional and digital processes. Book a Photography short course with us now and develop the expertise to further your photography journey. ​ 

​​Study one of our Photography short courses at Falmouth

Explore our Photography short courses

Photography short courses

Alternative Photography Workshop Series

Push the boundaries of traditional photography.

Alternative Photography Workshop Series
Dark Room
Dark Room

Introduction to the Darkroom

Explore the possibilities of a B&W darkroom in this practical two-day course, based in our professio...

Introduction to the Darkroom
Professional photography studio

Studio Photography Fundamentals

Get familiar with a professional photography studio in this one-day introduction.

Studio Photography Fundamentals

Upcoming Photography Short Courses

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Photography studio

Thu 02 Apr 2026

1-day course | £200

Studio Photography Fundamentals Spring 2026

In-person

Spring 2026 cohort of studio photography fundamentals introductory short course

Studio Photography Fundamentals Spring 2026
Abstract black and white photo by Jasmine Bennelick
B&W Photo by Jasmine Bennelick

Thu 09 Apr 2026

2-day course 9th - 10th April | £300

Introduction to the Darkroom Spring 2026

In-person

Spring 2026 darkroom short course

Introduction to the Darkroom Spring 2026
Alternative Photography techniques in 3 separate images
Alternative Photography workshop event image

Mon 08 Jun 2026

5 day course 8th - 12th June | £425

Alternative Photography workshop series June 2026

In-person

June 2026 Alternative Photography short course bookings

Alternative Photography workshop series June 2026
Abstract black and white photo by Jasmine Bennelick
B&W Photo by Jasmine Bennelick

Sat 25 Jul 2026

2-day course 25th - 26th July | £300

Introduction to the Darkroom Summer 2026

In-person

Summer 2026 darkroom short course

Introduction to the Darkroom Summer 2026
Photo of a photography studio with equipment
Photography studio

Fri 07 Aug 2026

1-day course | £200

Studio Photography Fundamentals Summer 2026

In-person

Summer 2026 cohort of studio photography fundamentals introductory short course

Studio Photography Fundamentals Summer 2026
Alternative Photography techniques in 3 separate images
Alternative Photography workshop event image

Mon 07 Sep 2026

5-day course 7th - 11th September | £425

Alternative Photography workshop series September 2026

In-person

September 2026 Alternative Photography short course bookings

Alternative Photography workshop series September 2026

Bespoke Corporate Training – anywhere any time.

We offer bespoke training courses that can be tailored to your business or organisation's needs and drive productivity through the power of creativity and technology.

Our expert-led programs are available on-campus, online, at your workplace, or any location that suits you. Empower your team with training designed to spark creativity and drive growth. Together, we’ll craft a solution tailored to your needs.

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