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Photographer

A professional career in photography is a dynamic field that offers endless opportunities for creativity and self-expression. With the rapid advancements in digital technology and the growing demand for visual content, photography has become an essential aspect of many industries, including advertising, fashion, journalism, and film production. As a professional photographer, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and projects, from commercial and corporate assignments to fine art exhibitions and book publishing projects.


Available Qualifications:

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 350.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 365.
  • Admission is subject to Departmental selection.
  • Qualifying applicants will be required to prepare a prescribed portfolio, undertake an interview with the Department’s staff as well as a discussion of the portfolio, and complete a placement assessment.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Visual Arts Degree or equivalent qualification, or proof of attainment of an adequate level of competence via the rules relating to Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The final placement procedure for entrance takes place at the end of the academic year and is based on the following criteria:

  • The student must attend an interview and submit a portfolio of relevant, or required work, appropriate to their discipline
  • The student must pass all modules in the Bachelor of Visual Arts Degree.
  • At least 65% in Visual Studies III (KVS310) and at least 65% in each Studio Major III module in the Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic Design or Photography streams, is mandatory.
  • In addition, students who have majored in Fine Arts must attain a 65% pass mark in Drawing III (KDR310).
  • Students may be required to complete a challenge test in order to finalise the selection process.
  • Upon acceptance students may only register for the discipline stream that is a continuation of their first degree.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Academic qualification: BVA Hons or equivalent Honours degree, professional four-year degree or equivalent, or Recognition of Prior Learning according to NMU policy.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Academic qualification: BVA Hons or equivalent Honours degree, professional four-year degree or equivalent, or Recognition of Prior Learning according to NMU policy.