诺丁汉大学

This unique course is ideal for students wishing to pursue a career in professional imaging. It incorporates the areas of biological research, imaging and communication.

Overview

In a fast-moving society, the professional image-maker has a powerful role in the way science is communicated to the world. The professional imager is vital to modern research, science communication, commerce and industry.

The Biological Photography and Imaging MSc is ideal for students wishing to pursue a career in professional imaging. We bring together science, photography, business, web, video, design and writing to provide you with a dynamic set of skills making you attractive to employers.

The study programme incorporates the areas of:

• biological research and natural history
• photography and imaging (both industrial and media production)
• video making
• science communication

You are expected to have a high quality undergraduate degree in the biological or related sciences. Applicants with degrees in other disciplines may be accepted at the discretion of the Course Director. Applicants with professional experience at a level equivalent to that of a first degree will also be considered.

Applicants are expected to have their own digital SLR camera. Systems normally used on this course are Nikon or Canon; if you wish to operate a different system, you need to discuss this with the Director of Photography.

Careers

We have designed this intensive taught course to deliver a wide range of skills that are grounded in a solid understanding and appreciation of the biological sciences. Graduates of the course are equipped with the skills to pursue employment or further study in a variety of areas.

Our graduates have gone on to become professional photographers or undertake PhDs in molecular biology and biophysics, or pursued various careers such as:

• wildlife filmmaking
• website design
• food photography
• medical imaging

The writing skills our students develop have also enabled them to publish work in scientific and popular magazines.