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PHT321 Photography Practice and Research (16)

Abstract

This subject exposes students to a diverse scope of photographic genres, and encourages investigation into various professional photographic endeavours. Students conduct a practical and theoretical analysis of a key selection of these genres and produce a portfolio of photographic work based on their research.

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Session 1
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PHT321
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Communication and Creative Industries

Enrolment restrictions

Prerequisite(s)
PHT220 and PHT221

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be familiar with an extensive range of photographic genres
- be able to apply technical knowledge and skills acquired in previous subjects to the pursuit of original and creative investigations of various aspects of applied photographic practice
- be able to demonstrate substantial research that directly underpins and informs practical work produced
- be able to demonstrate an ability to contextualise their own aspirations and endeavours within applied photographic practice
- be able to contribute constructively and effectively to an ongoing critical analysis of work presented by themselves and fellow students to the group critique

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- Survey of practical and theoretical aspects of a broad range of photographic genres - Development of a portfolio of creative photographic work exploring a selection of photographic genres and industry practice aligned to each student's career aspirations - Advanced photographic techniques specific to a selection of key photographic genres - The nexus of professional photographic practice and related industries - The principles of concept development and research methodologies pertinent to the production of a cohesive body of photographic work - Ethical issues and photography

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.