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Professional Photography

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Overview

  • Master the craft of professional photography through hands-on learning in diverse genres including fashion, sports, aerial, forensic, landscape, and fine art photography—while building strong foundations in digital imaging, lighting, and visual storytelling.
  • Gain real-world experience and industry insight by engaging in professional practice, including the opportunity for a third-year internship, and develop a polished portfolio that showcases your creative and technical expertise to future employers.
  • Prepare for a dynamic career in media and communication by learning to ethically navigate digital platforms, apply advanced editing techniques, manage client briefs, and understand the business, legal, and cultural aspects of professional photographic practice.

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you have a broad range of career options across diverse sectors including journalism, advertising, public relations, marketing and media.

You can apply for jobs as a:

  • professional photographer
  • photojournalist
  • advertising and marketing photographer
  • events and sports photographer
  • corporate and editorial photographer
  • drone and aerial photographer.

What you'll study

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Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.

Relevant degrees for this major

Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries

Study core communication, media, and creative subjects, develop strategic and problem-solving skills, explore interdisciplinary majors, build leadership and collaboration abilities. Expand your learning and life experience with the opportunity to study abroad for global experience.

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