Program Overview

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Photomedia (Specialisation)

Overview

The Photomedia (Specialisation) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a short course that integrates photography and media post-production skills. This specialisation is an excellent addition to studies in Media & Communications, particularly the Screen Arts and Journalism Majors. Combining theory and practice, our dynamic Photomedia courses will help you develop contemporary media skills to suit various professions.

Why Study This Program?

Never have images been more powerful than they are today. Our Photomedia Specialisation is a short qualification that equips you to have an impact on media, popular culture, creative industries, education, and business. Combining photography with digital post-production, the Photomedia Specialisation requires only 100 units of credit (or four courses) to complete. It fits agilely within Notre Dame degrees, including double degrees in Law, Education, and Commerce, adding to the professional skills you graduate with.

You will develop highly transferable skills in the Photomedia Specialisation, including working to a creative brief, collaboration, critical thinking, objective analysis, constructive feedback, and successful management of workflow and time pressures, which will stand you in good stead with employers.

Program Summary

The Photomedia Specialisation is available within a range of Notre Dame single and double degrees. It requires the completion of 100 units of credit (that is, four courses), taken from within the elective courses of your degree.

• Students must complete the following course:
  • COMM1000 Digital Photography
• Plus THREE of the following courses, to a total of 100 units of credit (or, four courses):
  • COMM2000 Aesthetics and Practice of Photography
  • COMM2002 Travel Writing and Photography
  • COMM3070 Photojournalism
  • ARTS3002 Internship or Professional Project
  • Course substitution is permitted with the approval of the Dean.

Core Curriculum

• CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
• CORE II: Elective
  • Electives in philosophy and/or theology
  • Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and/or theology
  • An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g., World Youth Day
  • An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
  • An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

Entry Requirements

WA

• Applicants with recent Secondary Education
  • Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank* of 70
  • OR
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 25
• Applicants with Higher Education
  • Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*
  • OR
  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP
• Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
  • Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• Applicants with Work and Life Experience
  • Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:
    • Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
    • OR
    • Completion of STAT with scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section*.
    • OR
    • Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts graduates will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts of one or more disciplines or practice areas
2. Identify appropriate sources and evaluate information
3. Demonstrate an awareness of different conceptual approaches and/or research methods
4. Demonstrate the technical skills, professional skills and ethical practice required by one or more disciplines
5. Synthesise knowledge and apply skills in order to solve complex problems
6. Communicate arguments and/or ideas in a range of forms
7. Work independently and, where appropriate, in collaboration with others; and
8. Reflect upon personal knowledge, skills and experiences.

Career Opportunities

A specialisation in Photomedia can lead to such careers as photographer, photojournalist, photo editor, illustrative commercial photographer, commercial, industrial photographer, and photographic artist.

Real-World Experience

You will learn from our academics, who are leaders in their field. While not a requirement, internship courses and work-integrated learning opportunities are available to enable you to gain on-the-job experience with professionals in your chosen field.

Honours

An Honours award is available for this program. Further information can be found in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) regulations, or by contacting the School of Arts & Sciences.

Opportunities and Experiences

At the University of Notre Dame, we believe that gaining a global perspective is an important part of your university education. We offer various opportunities for students to study abroad and become active global citizens. These opportunities include exchange programs, professional placements, study tours, and volunteer opportunities.

Scholarships

Scholarships provide financial support to students while they are completing their studies. There are various scholarships available to prospective and current students, across all study levels and campuses.

Fees and Costs

This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

• Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
  • A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a place at a university where the Australian Government pays part of your fees. This part is a subsidy, not a loan, and you don’t have to pay it back. However, this subsidy does not cover the entire cost of your study. Students must pay the rest, which is called the ‘student contribution amount’.
• International Full-Fee Paying
  • Tuition costs depend on an international student’s study load and discipline. Fees are payable each semester at least four weeks prior to the commencement of your program.

For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.