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Photography
Visual Storytelling
Creative Arts
Visual Media
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Winter + Summer
Strong focus on visual storytelling and creative photography
Studio-based learning with professional photography projects
Portfolio-driven programme with final photographic project

Benefits
Develop professional photography skills across multiple visual genres
Gain hands-on experience in studio and location photography projects
Build a strong creative portfolio for professional opportunities
Learn digital image editing and advanced photographic techniques
Study photography in Berlin’s dynamic creative arts environment
Prepare for careers in photography, media, advertising, and creative industries
Get to know the SRH University BA Photography Course in depth by downloading the brochure
Course Details
The BA Photography programme at SRH University in Berlin focuses on artistic expression, technical mastery, and professional photographic practice. Students explore both analogue and digital photography while learning image composition, lighting techniques, and visual storytelling.
The programme encourages creative experimentation and conceptual development, helping students build a strong personal visual language. Through studio-based workshops, photography projects, and portfolio development, students gain practical experience in different photographic genres including editorial, documentary, and studio photography.
Graduates leave the programme with a professional photography portfolio and the skills needed to succeed in contemporary visual media industries.
Bachelor of Arts degree with 180 ECTS credits
Full-time on-campus study in Berlin, Germany
Studio-based learning with practical photography projects
Training in analogue and digital photography techniques
Portfolio-driven assessments and final photographic project
areer preparation for photography and visual media industries

UniversityPrivate
SRH University is a state-recognized private university network in Germany offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA programs in English and German. With multiple campuses and flexible study formats, it provides a practical, career-oriented learning experience for international students. Known for small class sizes, hands-on teaching, and strong student support, SRH helps students build industry-ready skills and pursue academic and professional opportunities in Germany and beyond.
Heidelberg / Berlin / Hamburg / Munich / Cologne, Germany
Course Overview
The BA Photography programme provides a structured three-year learning experience combining technical photography skills, creative experimentation, and professional portfolio development. Students progress from foundational techniques to advanced independent photographic practice. Year 1 – Foundations of Photography Students learn camera technology, image composition, lighting basics, visual storytelling, and core photography principles to build a strong technical and conceptual foundation. Year 2 – Applied and Conceptual Photography Students explore portrait, documentary, and studio photography while developing conceptual ideas, digital image processing skills, and professional photographic projects. Year 3 – Advanced Practice and Bachelor Thesis The final year focuses on advanced photography projects, personal visual language development, professional practice, and a bachelor thesis or final photographic project.
Target Audience
This programme is ideal for students passionate about photography, visual storytelling, and creative expression. It is particularly suitable for aspiring photographers who want to develop both artistic and technical photography skills while building a strong professional portfolio for careers in visual media industries.
Skills
Professional Photography Techniques and Camera Operation Skills
Visual Storytelling and Creative Image Composition Skills
Studio Lighting and Professional Photography Setup Skills
Digital Image Processing and Photo Editing Techniques
Concept Development and Artistic Photography Practice
Portfolio Development and Professional Photography Presentation
1.
What will students learn in the BA Photography programme?
Students learn camera techniques, lighting, composition, visual storytelling, digital image processing, and different photography genres such as portrait, documentary, and studio photography.
2.
Do students build a professional photography portfolio during the programme?
Yes, students work on multiple photography projects throughout the programme that contribute to a professional portfolio essential for careers in photography and visual media.
3.
Is this photography degree suitable for international students?
Yes, the BA Photography programme is taught in English at SRH University in Berlin and welcomes international students interested in creative photography education in Germany.
4.
What career opportunities are available after graduation?
Graduates can work as Professional Photographers, Editorial Photographers, Commercial Photographers, Visual Content Creators, Artistic Photographers, or Freelance Photographers in media, advertising, publishing, and creative industries.
5.
Do applicants need a photography portfolio for admission?
Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio showcasing photographic work or creative visual projects to demonstrate their interest and potential in photography.
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