MA Photography brochure

Assessment

Process and Practice as Research is assessed by a body of work including a written project proposal, developmental work, finished practice based output(s) and a written reflective commentary (2000 – 2500 words) Photography: Experimental Practice is assessed through a professional-level portfolio of work, plus supporting research and development material.

Photography: International Perspectives will be assessed by a body of work, supporting research, developmental material and contribution to the symposium.

The Masters Dissertation module is assessed on the basis of an 8000 word written piece.

The Masters Project is assessed by a portfolio of visual work, accompanied by a written commentary specifically commenting on methodological and ethical considerations.

Associated careers

This practice-based MA focuses primarily on the development of your visual identity. This is done within a framework which equips graduates to pursue careers in the photographic industry and beyond, as visual practitioners, as picture researchers, assistants, lecturers, curators, art critics, etc. The course has an international outlook, geared towards international employment opportunities and developing or integrating international networks. Students from countries where the visual media has untapped potential will be encouraged to contribute to their country’s media development.

The Staff Team

Kerstin Hacker – Course Leader Christine Webster Dr. Sergio Fava Duncan Ganley The team has a wide range of research interests, and the scope of its practices is global. This international dimension of the degree is underpinned by staff from different cultures and backgrounds, who understand the requirements and expectations of many professional environments. As a whole, the team is experienced in international and cross-disciplinary projects (including among others photography and video, documentary and political ideology, digital installation and critical visual deconstruction, fashion photography and gender studies, post-colonial archival research).

Cambridge & Chelmsford

MA Photography Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences

The artistic and research output of the MA staff, as well as their teaching experience, makes the Photography MA home to a diverse set of photographic practices: from documentary and fine art to institutional or historical critique; from traditional processes or found photography to digital technical innovation; from theory-informed to theory-led research projects. Every team member is an active photographic practitioner, aware of current trends and innovations in the field.

Image credits

Cover: Vanessa Mills Inside l-r: Loren McCarthy, Ashley Davies, Corynn Wilbur, Siobhan Simpson

Many graduates develop a portfolio career, combining artistic practice with other activities. You will be required to use a comprehensive range of approaches and technologies, combined with projects such as symposium and exhibition organization, which further develop these skills. The development of a wide range of transferable skills can be crucial in a variety of future roles.

Entry Requirements

A 2.1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) is normally in a related subject. Applicants with professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Entry is normally subject to submission of a portfolio and interview. Candidates for whom English is not the first language will be expected to demonstrate IELTS at level 6.5, or equivalent.

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Modules

The curriculum has been designed to ensure you develop your individual practice and interests in photography. With this in mind, the modular structure focuses on: the relationship of practice to research and vice versa; the role of sequence and series in developing visual language; the relationship between text and image; and contemporary dialogues in key theoretical and practical areas.

You will undertake practice-based research in a number of modules, before undertaking a written dissertation, allowing you to more clearly identify an area for written exploration. The course is structured so that each of the four 30-credit modules, including the written dissertation, is completed before and should inform the design and focus of the self-directed 60-credit Masters Project. As the course develops, there is an increasing requirement for independent and self-directed work, culminating in the Masters Project.

MA Photography The MA Photography is designed for photographers interested in defining their practice and becoming critical practitioners. The course will invite you to experiment, research and disseminate your practice. The MA Photography is a forward-thinking course, approaching photography as a global industry in which practitioners need to be aware of international discourses and opportunities.

Teaching All lecturers on the course are photographic practitioners and researchers with extensive international experience.

Teaching takes place in purpose-built art and photographic facilities and lecture theatres. You will have access to the facilities outside of taught sessions, to develop and complete coursework.

Specialist resources You will be offered inductions into the use of specialist resources, including analogue and digital photographic facilities, photographic studios, CGI HDRI lab, printmaking and laser-cutters. There are extensive digital imaging resources including Macs, full Abode software suites, scanners and A3 / large format printers, on an open access basis. Other departmental facilities such as letterpress and 3D workshops will be available if required, after suitable inductions. Media Services provide an extensive range of photographic, video and recording equipment for your use.

Libraries Our campus libraries offer a wide range of publications and a variety of study facilities, including open-access computers, areas for quiet or group study and bookable rooms. We also have an extensive digital library providing on and off-site access to e-books, e-journals and databases.

IT resources Our open access computer facilities provide access to the internet, email, messaging services and the full Microsoft Office suite. High-speed wifi service is also available in all key areas on campus. If you are away from campus or a distant learner, our student desktop and its many applications can be accessed remotely using the internet.

Your personal student email account provides free document storage, calendar facilities and social networking opportunities.

Throughout your studies you will have access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), providing course notes, reading materials and multi-media content to support your learning, while our e-vision system gives you instant access to your academic record and timetable.

Process and Practice as Research (30 credits) This module is designed to introduce you to models and methodologies of practice, allowing you both to reflect on the differences in methodology between cognate disciplines, and to apply your new understanding of method to your own practice. This shared module fosters a valuable interdisciplinary community of practice among Cambridge School of Art’s postgraduate student body.

Photography: Experimental Practice (30 credits) You are encouraged to combine established knowledge with new approaches and techniques, and to develop new skills or procedures for new situations.

Photography: International Perspectives (30 credits) You are encouraged to engage confidently in academic and professional communication; to demonstrate originality, critical awareness and initiative in problem solving. These skills are developed in line with students’ practical research interests and strategies for audience engagement.

Dissertation (30 credits) The dissertation is taught mainly by individual supervision from within the course team. You will research a topic in your chosen field of interest, with tutorial input by your supervisor and other staff in Cambridge School of Art. Major Project (60 credits) The Major project is taught mainly by individual supervision within the course team. You will develop a project in your chosen field of interest with tutorial input by your supervisor and other staff in Cambridge School of Art.