Photography Course: Fees 2023, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

The number of students aspiring to take photography courses in India is constantly increasing. It is important for a student to first pursue a basic course in Photography and then choose a specialisation to become a professional photographer. Photography courses are offered by many colleges in India. The courses in this domain are mainly offered at UG, Diploma, Online and Certificate level. Aspirants looking for a professional career in Photography should take up an undergraduate course as this is a skill-based course focused on digital photography, image making etc. Candidates get to learn the technicalities as well as the skills needed to be a professional photographer. Some of the top specialisations in photography are Fashion Photography, Wildlife Photography, Wedding & Event Photography, Scroll down to know more details about Photography courses.

Types of Photography Courses- UG & PG

Types of Photography courses can be categorised based on the mode of study and the specialisation. Here is a complete guide for choosing the Photography course after Class 12 based on the mode of study and credentials imparted after the course.

Full Time Photography Courses: This is a classroom-based undergraduate degree course that has a three-year course duration. After completing the course candidates can pursue PG degree or PG diploma courses in Photography.

Photography Certificate Courses: These are the short duration courses offered by the colleges. Candidates willing to pursue short term courses focused on a particular specialisation or area can opt for such courses. There are also photography courses conducted by imaging products' brands such as Nikon, Canon etc.

Popular Photography Courses - UG & PG

The popular UG and PG level Photography courses are given below: 

Popular Undergraduate Photography Courses	Popular Postgraduate Photography Courses
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)	Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Photography
BA in Photography	Master of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Visual Arts	PG Diploma in Photography

Photography Degree Courses – UG

UG courses in Photography can be pursued after 10+2. Check the details of the UG Photography courses below:

Duration of the course	3 years
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 from a recognised board with minimum aggregate marks in any stream
Admission Process	Admissions are granted on the basis of personal interviews or portfolio of photographs taken by the candidate, depending on the college requirements for admission. Some institutes also conduct entrance exams.
Course Fee	INR 65,000- INR 5 L
Entrance Exams	Delhi School of Photography Entrance Exam Andhra University - AU Entrance Exam Creative Hut Institute of Photography and Film Entrance Exam Maharashtra Applied Arts and Crafts Common Entrance Test (MAH-AAC-CET)
What after Undergraduate Course	Candidates can pursue PG or Certificate specialisations in Photography or can start work in the field as Freelance photographer

The undergraduate courses in Photography are tabulated below:

Undergraduate Photography Courses
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)	BA in Photography
Bachelor of Visual Arts	BFA in Applied Arts
B.A. in Visual Arts and Photography	B.A. (Hons) Communication Design - Photography
BSc in Photography	Bachelor of Film and Television Production Cinematography
BA in Still Photography	BA (Hons) Photojournalism
BSc Film & Photography	B.A. (Hons.) (Commercial Photography)

Photography Diploma Courses-UG

Diploma courses in Photography are very popular choice among the candidates. The duration of such courses ranges from three months to one year. The eligibility criteria for Diploma courses is 10+2 passed in any stream. Usually there is no entrance test conducted for admission to diploma courses. Admission is given on a first come first serve basis. The Diploma courses in Photography are tabulated below:

UG Diploma Courses in Photography
Diploma in Photojournalism	Diploma in Fashion Photography
Diploma in Photography	Diploma in Wedding Photography
Diploma in Professional Photography	Diploma in Digital Photography
Diploma in Still Photography	Diploma in Wildlife Photography
Professional Diploma in Art of Photography	Diploma in Tabletop Photography
Diploma in Travel and Nature Photography	Diploma in Photography & Videography
Diploma in Photography and Digital Imaging	--

Photography Certificate Courses-UG

A certificate is also a short term course. A candidate who wishes to pursue a short term or certificate course can opt for below mentioned courses:

Certificate Courses in Photography
Basic Course in Photography	Still Photography Course	Professional Certificate in Professional Photography, wedding photography, Fashion Photography, Contemporary photography	Foundation Course in Photography
Certificate in Advanced Photography and Photojournalism	Certificate in Photography	Certificate in Digital Photography	Certificate in Professional Photography
Certificate in Camera and Photography	Black & White Photography Workshop with Iqbal Mohamed	Wildlife Photography Workshop	Certificate in Still Photography
Professional Travel and Nature Photography	Advanced certificate in Photography

Photography Degree Courses – PG

PG courses in Photography can be pursued after completion of a UG course in Fine Arts or Photography. The details are tabulated below:

Duration of the course	2 Years
Eligibility Criteria	Undergraduate degree or diploma in Fine Arts or Photography from a recognized university with minimum aggregate marks
Admission Process	Admissions are granted on the basis of personal interviews or portfolio of photographs taken by the candidate, depending on the college requirements for admission. Some institutes also conduct entrance exams.
Course Fee	INR 65,000- INR 5 L
Entrance Exams	Delhi School of Photography Entrance Exam Andhra University - AU Entrance Exam Creative Hut Institute of Photography and Film Entrance Exam Maharashtra Applied Arts and Crafts Common Entrance Test (MAH-AAC-CET) BVP-CET
What after Postgraduate Course	Candidates can can work as a professional photographer

The postgraduate courses in Photography are tabulated below:

Postgraduate Degree Photography Courses
MFA Applied Arts	MA Commercial Photography and Cinematography
MA in Still Photography	Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Master of Visual Arts	MFA Photography (PTPG)
MDes in Photography Design

Photography Diploma Courses – PG

PG diploma courses in Photography are the most popular choice among the candidates after degree courses. The eligibility criteria is the same as PG degree courses. The admissions to such courses are mostly on merit basis. Though some institutes may conduct the entrance exam. Some of the PG Diploma courses in Photography are:

PG Diploma Photography Courses
PG Diploma Still Photography Courses	PG Diploma in Professional Photography & Digital Filmmaking
PG Diploma in Travel, Nature & Wildlife Photography and Documentary Filmmaking	PG Diploma Photography
PG Diploma in Still Photography & Visual Communication	Post Graduate Diploma in Commercial Photography
Advanced Diploma in Photography

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