Photography

Overview

Through this major, you will study photography as a 21st century tool for connectivity. Accessing professional-grade facilities and equipment, you will develop skills in:

chemical and digital imaging
portfolio creation
project management
visual communication
experimental practices
exhibition and online collaboration

Our experienced industry practitioners and technical support staff will guide and encourage you through a combination of:

lectures, practical workshops and demonstrations
class tutorials and critique sessions
gallery visits
solo and group projects

Guest speakers and professional practitioner presentations are a regular feature within this course and students also undertake fieldwork, industry visits and exhibitions of their own works.

Learn about the history, theory and culture of photography, and sharpen your skills through studying still and digital images, lighting design and photographic practice.

Get hands-on experience by exhibiting and showcasing your work in Deakin’s own gallery spaces, as well as through participating in external festivals, exhibitions and award programs.

Key information

Unit set code

MJ-A317003

Students undertaking the Photography major sequence (MJ-A317003) cannot undertake the Analogue Practices (Photography) minor sequence (MN-A317009)* or Photography^ minor sequence (MN-A317011)

* this minor sequence is only available to continuing students who commenced prior to 2026
^previously titled Digital Practices (Photography)

Career outcomes

Photography graduates are equipped to pursue careers as professional practitioners throughout the arts and commercial sectors. Our graduates have moved into career opportunities in roles and fields including: