UAL Level 2 Award and Certificate in Photography
Course level: 2
Course code: Q1592
15/09/2026
Is this course right for me?
Whether you’re a keen amateur photographer or looking to turn your passion into a career, our UAL Level 2 Award and Certificate in Photography offers a practical introduction to the subject. You’ll explore a wide range of photographic practices, from working in colour and black-and-white to mastering both film and digital cameras in different lighting conditions.
Alongside capturing images, you’ll build essential foundations in photography and develop post-production skills using Photoshop to enhance, edit, or creatively manipulate your work. Whether you’re shooting with a DSLR, mirrorless, or even a smartphone camera, this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to create striking photographs.
Learning takes place in our specialist facilities, which include a photographic studio, graphics studio and darkrooms. You’ll also benefit from access to the wider art and design department, featuring a 3D design workshop, fashion and printmaking studios, digital recording studios, TV studios and editing suites.
All tutors are active professionals in the creative industries, bringing a wealth of knowledge and real-world insight to support your learning and help you progress towards your chosen career.
City of Wolverhampton College is an approved centre for the UAL Awarding Body Level 2 Award and Certificate in Photography.
Delivery Information
This courses runs on a Tuesday evening from 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Course details
Entry Requirements:
To access this course you are required to have:
- Level 2 in English*
- Knowledge of Photoshop
- Ideally, your own digital SLR camera. However, one will be provided during lesson times if you do not have one
*Applications from adults without the necessary qualifications but with relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
What will I learn?
What skills will I gain?
By studying this course you will:
- Explore appropriate camera techniques
- Use the studio and other equipment to produce test shots and develop your range of techniques
- Research and evaluate other photographers’ work
- Develop and experiment with your own creative images
- Follow live briefs and fulfil them within the given timescale
- Produce a portfolio of your work
How will I be assessed?
This is an assignment based course so there are no exams. You will be continually assessed throughout the programme.
What can I do next?
The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to:
- Progress on to UAL Level 3 Award and Certificate in Photography, or further study in the art and design, photography or graphic design subject area
Please note: City of Wolverhampton College reserves the right to close or not run courses if enrolment numbers are not educationally or economically viable. If this course is unable to run, you will be notified as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
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