Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
The objectives of this program are to provide individuals with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to work as photographers and photo imaging practitioners within the industry.
On completion you will possess a sound theoretical and practical knowledge base and the skills to use a range of specialised and technical competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate photography and photo imaging services.The qualification has applications across a range of industry contexts, including Commercial, Advertising, Documentary, Editorial, Institutional and Fine Art photography where you will be required to:Interpret photo imaging assignment briefs from a range of clients Consult with clients to refine objectives of photo imaging assignments Select appropriate technologies and workflows to capture images, including type of camera, image recording media, lighting, post capture processing and outputs Work from a studio or in a range of locations Employ aesthetic, conceptual, compositional and technical skills to realise photo imaging outcomes Utilise a range of traditional, contemporary and emergent technologies in the capture, preparation and distribution of image products.There is a strong emphasis on the expert use of industry standard software and on professional practices to ensure that as a graduate you are industry ready.
Structure
C5351 Courses
C5351 Core Units - Select ALL Three (3) Courses
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apply visual communication theory to photo imaging practice (CUAPHI501) | 45 | VART6394C | City Campus |
| Research and apply photo imaging trends (CUAPHI502) | 45 | VART6395C | City Campus |
| Employ colour management in a digital imaging workplace (CUAPHI513) | 45 | VART6396C | City Campus |
C5351 Elective Units - Select Fourteen (14) Courses.
| Course Title | Nominal Hours | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting (CUAPHI503) | 45 | VART6397C | City Campus |
| Investigate technologies for the creation of digital art (CUADIG509) | 70 | GRAP5386C | City Campus |
| Style merchandise for photography (SIRRMER516) | 45 | MKTG7992C | City Campus |
| Manage personal work priorities and professional development (BSBWOR501) | 60 | BUSM8783C | City Campus |
| Develop own sustainable professional practice (CUAPPR502) | 35 | BUSM8784C | City Campus |
| Author interactive media (CUADIG401) | 50 | COMM7338C | City Campus |
| Prepare digital images for pre-press processing (CUAPHI514) | 45 | VART6398C | City Campus |
| Refine digital art techniques (CUADIG508) | 80 | VART6399C | City Campus |
| Produce commercial photo images (CUAPHI505) | 50 | VART6400C | City Campus |
| Produce media photo images (CUAPHI507) | 50 | VART6401C | City Campus |
| Produce technical photo images (CUAPHI510) | 55 | VART6402C | City Campus |
| Create user interfaces (CUADIG403) | 50 | COMM7339C | City Campus |
| Realise a body of creative work (CUAPPR501) | 80 | VART6361C | City Campus |
| Make illustrative photo images for publication and display (CUAPHI511) | 45 | VART6404C | City Campus |
Entry requirements
Successful completion of a Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging or a diploma or certificate in a relevant discipline.
Applicants with post secondary work experience in this field will also be considered
International English language requirements A minimum of IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 5.5, with no band less than 5.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.
Learning outcomes
This nationally recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification delivers competency-based training and assessment, designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge (competency) needed to perform effectively in the work you are training for. Competency-based assessment allows you to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to complete workplace activities, safely and consistently, at the standard required in your job, in a range of situations and environments. This could involve showing an assessor how you plan and carry out tasks while explaining what you know about the task and the relevant work environment. It could also involve completing a project and reporting on the both the process and outcomes.
If you are working, your work supervisor may provide the assessor with a report on the skills and knowledge you have demonstrated.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (e.g. through prior paid or voluntary work experience), you can be assessed and have these skills and knowledge formally recognised. This process is called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). There is information on the RMIT website about how to apply for RPL
- refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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