Create in industry-standard studios
Our professional photographic lighting studios include an extensive range of Profoto professional flash units, modifiers, Zeiss lenses, an overhead grid system and colour calibrated monitors for live capture.
Explore your study options
Study photography at Deakin and elevate your photography skills through critical and creative practice. Immerse yourself in hands-on experience by proudly exhibiting your work in Deakin's prestigious gallery spaces, while also participating in exciting external festivals, exhibitions and award programs.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Research
Higher Degrees by Research (supervised research)
Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.
Choose a photography course that will get you work ready
Embrace the art of storytelling through your lens and dive deep into the theories, techniques and practices of photography. Take your skills to the next level with work placement internships, showcase your creativity in exhibitions and enhance your studies with a variety of international study tour options.
Learn from industry professionals
During your photography studies at Deakin, you’ll engage with special guest artists and collaborate with esteemed academics who are active media practitioners. This dynamic learning environment will enrich your studies and inspire your creative journey.
Get real-world experience
Boost your employability through valuable work-integrated learning experiences. These placements not only allow you to strengthen your portfolio but also help you build vital industry connections. You’ll also have the option to embark on international study tours to broaden your horizons.
Top professional roles in photography
Make a career of bringing your unique perspective to the world. Arts and media professional roles are projected to increase 8% by 2028 according to Australian Government employment projections.* Your career opportunities could include:
- commercial studio practice
- cinema and web design
- fashion
- fine art
- freelancing
- graphic design
- journalism
- professional gallery and museum practice
- social media
- visual communication design.
Study at the #1 Victorian uni for graduate employment
If you want a degree that provides vital industry experience, invaluable academic support and helps secure your dream job, choose Deakin. We’re the #1 uni in Victoria for graduate employment and course satisfaction.
It was a phenomenal experience being able to showcase your artwork at Deakin’s Project Space Gallery. We got to experience that whole process of actually putting your art on the wall, and getting it eye level and understanding how everything within a gallery can affect and impact your artwork.
Nat Polizzi
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Photography)
World-class teaching experiences
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning will prepare you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Create in state-of-the-art facilities
Explore our specialised learning spaces, including darkroom, film scanning facilities, gallery and design studios. In these inspiring and industry-standard environments, we’ll equip you with the skills to capture compelling images and create powerful visual narratives.
Grow your creative community
Collaborate with fellow creatives in dance, theatre, photography or visual arts to explore bold ideas and take your craft to new heights. Feel empowered with the tools, techniques and cutting-edge technologies you need to thrive as a multidimensional creative professional.
Strengthen your creative portfolio
Learn traditional and alternative photographic methods in our dark room, which includes black and white film processing facilities, and enlargers for 35mm, 120 medium and 4x5 large formats.
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Exciting careers in photography
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Rankings and footnotes
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*2023 Employment Projections - for the five years to 2028, Jobs and Skills Australia
Contact us
Got a question about studying photography at Deakin? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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