Institute of Photography
Discover your own creative voice while learning how to thrive in a rapidly-changing industry.
Our relationships with Hasselblad, Canon, Getty Images, Nikon and many others make our photography facilities some of the finest in Europe. Every large studio, darkroom, process area and piece of photography equipment is designed and calibrated for professional use.
You’ll gain industry insights and inspiration from photographers like Rut Blees Luxemburg and Martin Parr, wildlife filmmakers like Doug Allen, and photojournalists like Antonio Olmos.
Photography courses
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Commercial Photography BA(Hons)
From creating photographs and films for high-end advertising and marketing campaigns to producing vi...
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Documentary & Editorial Photography BA(Hons)
On this fast-paced degree, you’ll learn to use the power of photography to communicate with a glob...
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Integrated Foundation Year BA/BSc(Hons)
Explore your creativity and expand your professional skills by entering the creative industries on a...
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Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons)
Harness your passion for photography and filmmaking to inspire audiences about nature and the enviro...
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Photography BA(Hons)
On this dynamic course, you’ll explore the world of contemporary photography and develop a unique ...
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Photography BA(Hons) (Online)
With a distinct focus on global digital communication, this online photography degree will equip you...
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Photography MA
This Photography masters course supports you to re-imagine your work as a distinct, unique practitio...
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Photography MA (Online)
Push your practice in bold and experimental directions on Falmouth’s online Photography master’s...
"This course prepared me artistically, allowing me to explore project ideas and creative concepts, and that has helped me no end. My final year project still gets exhibited now and has helped people gain awareness of me and my work."
Spencer Murphy
BA(Hons) Photography graduate, who has exhibited in the National Portrait Gallery and has The Guardian, The Sunday Telegraph and Creative Review on his client list.
Explore our facilities
Working in industry-standard facilities, you'll develop your photography practice and portfolio by taking on live industry projects and occasional paid briefs via our in-house agency. You'll also go on internships and study visits to places like London, the Galapagos Islands, New York and the Red Sea.
Discover stories from our community
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Why I chose to study in Falmouth’s Institute of Photography
08 May 2024
I knew very late that I wanted a career in photography, but I didn’t know my options. The idea of ...
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Behind the scenes on a BMW photo shoot with student Hannah Mittelstaedt
23 May 2024
Commercial Photography BA student, Hannah Mittelstaedt, chats to us about what it’s like taking on...
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Online Photography student wins Emerging Artist Award at The Photography & Video Show
24 April 2024
Current Photography MA (Online) student Natalie Persoglio has won the 2024 Emerging Artist Award at ...
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Meltdown, Emily June Smith
Falmouth student’s photo series unmasks the reality of growing up with Autism and ADHD
02 April 2024
Introducing 'A Dissonant Past Unmasked' by Emily June Smith.
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Photography graduate selected for PhotoIreland FUTURES programme
20 March 2024
Photography MA (Online) graduate Chris Finnegan has been selected for the PhotoIreland FUTURES progr...
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Zenande, Sinawe, Zinathi and Buhle at Sea Point Pavilion, Cape Town, South Africa. Photo: Michelle Sank
Photography tutor wins Sony World Photography award
18 March 2024
Michelle Sank, a photographer and online tutor on Falmouth’s Photography MA (Online) course, has w...
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Imagination category winner, by Flora Tomlinson-Pilley
Students impress industry judges at underwater photography Red Sea exhibition
22 February 2024
Industry judges were impressed by students' underwater photography work, which was captured during t...
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Why I chose to study a Photography degree online
18 January 2024
Photography BA(Hons) (Online) student Lucy talks about how joining Falmouth's online community is he...
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'Naseema Begum' by Peter Flude
Falmouth graduate Peter Flude announced as 2023 Portrait of Britain winner
17 January 2024
The winning portrait was originally commissioned by Guardian Labs.
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Photography graduate's work lights up Piccadilly Circus on NYE
04 January 2024
Serena Brown's work lit up Picadilly Circus this New Year's Eve as part of the Mayor of London's 'Lo...
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View Point by Jo Bradford
Phone photography making an impact in new book by Associate Lecturer
04 December 2023
Associate Lecturer on BA Marine & Natural History Photography Jo Bradford has had a new book publish...
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Glimpses below the waves: Falmouth’s Jane Morgan featured in Dive Travel Adventures
14 November 2023
Falmouth’s Dive Safety Officer and Diving Technician Jane Morgan, has been featured in the latest ...
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Graduate Spotlight: Photographer Jenna Hinton is forging ahead with her career
06 October 2023
We're chatting to BA Commercial Photography graduate Jenna Hinton about her new role at post-product...
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'Ocean Chapel' by Gina Goodman
Falmouth lecturer recognised at International Photography Awards 2023
29 September 2023
Gina Goodman has been awarded Honourable Mention at the International Photography Awards 2023.
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Serena Brown named as finalist for Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023
31 August 2023
Find out more about the Falmouth graduate's shortlisted work.
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Friends sunbathe on the dry grass of Southampton Common which resembles a sandy beach during the hot weather as Hampshire and other neighbouring counties were hit with a hosepipe ban in 2022 to protect low reservoir and river levels.
Falmouth photographers among the best in British press photography
31 August 2023
Two photographers from Falmouth’s Press & Editorial Photography BA(Hons) course have been shortlis...
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Ones to Watch | Photographer James Bannister
01 August 2023
Meet James Bannister, a graduate from our BA(Hons) Photography course who has paved a way for himsel...
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Photography students win Gold and Silver at AOP Student Awards
29 June 2023
Photography students Alexander Norman and Olivia Eden have won Gold and Silver respectively in the 2...
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Commercial Photography student selected for Canon Student Development Programme 2023
22 June 2023
It’s been an exciting few months for Commercial Photography BA(Hons) student Emily Barlow. We spok...
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What is Commercial Photography?
12 June 2023
Course Leader, Anthony Prothero explains what commercial photography is and why it’s a vital tool.
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From Polaroids to creating positive change: an interview with Dr Catarina Fontoura
26 May 2023
Catarina Fontoura is an artist, educator and writer. With an abundance of experience across photojou...