91视频 Diploma in Photography (Level 6)
Course details
About the course
About the programme
Take your photographic practice to a professional level in this commercially-focused programme.
Whatever kind of career you want to have across photography, video, or film 鈥 we鈥檒l support you to become industry-ready; developing a portfolio full of your best practice, experience, and digital content so you can hit the ground running when you graduate. 听听
With a focus on self-initiated projects, entrepreneurship, and live briefs from real clients, this is basically a mentored beginning to work.听
As well as technical photographic skills, we鈥檒l teach you the essential professional and business skills you鈥檒l need to get your practice up and running commercially.听
Plus, you鈥檒l learn from experienced tutors who work part-time in the industry and enjoy access to our industry-standard studios and editing software and equipment.听
We hope to replace this programme with a Level 5 diploma in听photography from 2026. This programme will provide a pathway to the Bachelor of Visual Arts and all our Bachelor of Design specialty听degrees.
Entry requirements
Entry
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Those under 20听
- You must have completed a Level 5 qualification in a related field听OR听demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
- In exceptional circumstances, an applicant under the age of 20 who doesn't meet the academic requirements may be granted entry to the programme where they supply evidence of their ability to succeed in the programme.
- You need to submit a portfolio (see Portfolio section below for more info).
Those 20 and over听
- No minimum academic requirements.
- You need to submit a portfolio (see Portfolio section below for more info).
English Language requirements
- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- 91视频 University Entrance听OR
- Overall IELTS 6.0 (academic, no band score lower than 5.5) achieved in one test completed in the last two years, OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS ().
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a .
Selection criteria
Where there are more eligible applicants than places available, applicants will be selected based on the strength of the submitted portfolio and the above entry criteria.
Don't meet the entry requirements?
Our 91视频 Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4) provides a negotiated pathway to this programme. Please get in touch with us to discuss this pathway.听
We hope to replace this programme with a Level 5 diploma in听photography from 2026. This programme will provide a pathway to听the Bachelor of Visual Arts and all our Bachelor of Design specialty听degrees.
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Your portfolio
Portfolio
We require examples of your photographic work (still and/or moving images) and the ways that you develop your ideas. Your examples need to show us your interests and your ability to use a range of techniques.
- Please send us twelve (12) examples of your photographic work (still and/or moving images).
- Please submit your portfolio digitally as a PDF uploaded to the OP website. Combine your images into a single digital document and save as a PDF.
- Please upload any moving image work to a website (e.g. YouTube or similar) and include links as a page of your portfolio PDF.
Thank you. We are looking forward to seeing your photographic work.
Covering letter
- Please write a short covering letter to accompany your application. A double-spaced letter of not more than one page (300 words) explaining why you want to come to study on the program and what your relevant experiences have been to date.
Want your existing skills recognised?
If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process. You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe. Please email [email protected] or call 0800 762 786.
About the provider
If you want to get a job and build a great career, Otago Polytechnic is a smart choice.
We鈥檙e known for offering the highest quality, hands-on training that helps students succeed. Our graduates are confident, skilled, and ready to work from day one. And, employers love that.
We鈥檝e earned the highest ratings from the 91视频 Government for our teaching and support. Our flexible study options make it easier for you to learn in a way that suits your life.
At Otago Polytechnic, you鈥檒l gain practical skills, real-world experience, and the confidence to make a real impact - in your career and in your community.