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Diploma in Photography L2

at Bishop Auckland College, Bishop Auckland · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course is designed for people who are interested in a career in photography and related disciplines. Students will study a range of units including; studio photography, digital and traditional practice, location photography, portrait photography and training in the college's traditional darkroom. Students will discover the magic of photography via a series of assignments specifically written to broaden their outlook, using a curriculum written around industry insights. Further enrichment includes cultural trips to local exhibitions and a sculpture park. Progression from this course would be the Level 3 in Photography.

What you need to get on

Level 1 in photography or equivalent. GCSE Grades 2 or above in English and maths.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Woodhouse Lane Campus

    Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bishop Auckland

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