Founded in 1887, RMIT has the oldest and most established photography program in the world. Situated in the heart of vibrant Melbourne, this program facilitates learning in purpose-designed studios using up-to-date technology and digital photographic equipment. This program integrates theoretical, conceptual and industry based models of photographic practice as they apply to the media and communication industry. You will actively engage in the production of images that speak to the vibrant cultural dynamic of contemporary image production and exchange. You will be challenged to produce work that responds to the critical discourses in both local and global contexts and you will explore emerging technologies, while also analyzing and synthesizing their relevance to your own image making. As a professional practitioner with specialist knowledge in photography, you will have the awareness and skills to interpret and shape your field once you graduate. The areas that our graduates have moved into include; fashion, advertising architecture, documentary, photojournalism, editorial, publishing, photo editing, post- production, and publishing, exhibition practice, curating and teaching. Electives and program structure In the Bachelor of Arts (Photography) program you will also have the opportunity to select from a wide range of electives within the School, as well as wider university electives. These choices will depend on your particular career path and personal interests. Learning and Teaching in the professional strand is focused on project-driven studios that integrate and progressively develop your growing theoretical, practical and professional knowledge base. As you move through the degree you will increasingly direct your own learning and produce photographic projects with an academic and/or industry focus. Career As a graduate of this program, you may choose to move into postgraduate study as well as have the opportunity to enter into one of the many diverse roles in photography and its related industries both here and overseas. As a professional practitioner with specialist knowledge in photography, you will have the knowledge and skills to interpret and shape your field once you graduate. The areas that our graduates have moved into include; fashion, advertising, architecture, documentary, photojournalism, editorial, publishing, photo editing, post-production, publishing, curation and teaching. Pathway options When you successfully complete the Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.5, you are guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Arts (Photography) with 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 96 credit points). If you achieve below the minimum GPA, you may still apply. You will be assessed on a case by case basis and credit is not guaranteed. Alternatively, you can gain entry from RMIT Foundation Studies or a range of vocational study programs. Further study When you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT Honours or Postgraduate program.