Fashion Photography (including foundation year) BA (Hons)

Here’s how the BA (Hons) Fashion Photography (including foundation year) at London Metropolitan University brings learning to life — you’ll be hands-on from the very start, developing real-world skills using professional equipment and creative studio environments.

From day one, you’ll step into real photographic studios, work with industry-standard cameras, and explore both film and digital processing as you begin to build your own professional portfolio. You’ll learn directly from experienced photographers and creative practitioners who know the industry inside out.

The foundation year sets you up for success — immersing you in drawing, modelling, collage, curating, and exhibiting within the School of Art, Architecture and Design’s vibrant creative community. This gives you a strong artistic grounding before moving into the more specialised fashion photography modules in later years.

What You’ll Do and Experience

• Use professional facilities: You’ll have access to fully equipped photographic studios, film-processing suites, black & white and colour darkrooms, and digital processing suites — supporting both analogue and digital workflows.

• Collaborate across disciplines: In the foundation year especially, you’ll work alongside students from art, design, photography and architecture. These group projects and shared modules encourage creative collaboration on everything from observational drawing and conceptual modelling to curating and exhibiting.

• Engage with the industry: Throughout your degree, you’ll take part in industry-linked project briefs, portfolio reviews, and studio visits. Guest lectures from professionals and exposure to live briefs will help you connect classroom learning with real-world practice.

• Gain global exposure: You’ll have opportunities to join field trips to major photography events such as Paris Photo or Milan PhotoVogue, giving you direct insight into international trends and creative networks.

• Build a professional portfolio: Over the years, you’ll develop a distinctive body of work that showcases your creative growth, technical expertise, and personal style in both film and digital fashion photography.

• Showcase your work: You’ll have chances to exhibit your work publicly — through student exhibitions, end-of-year shows, and online platforms like the university’s Eight Magazine — giving you valuable experience in presenting your creative vision.

After completing the foundation year, you’ll progress into the main three-year undergraduate phase, where you’ll focus more deeply on fashion photography. In your final year, modules such as Major Project and Professional Practice in Fashion Photography will help you refine your portfolio and prepare for a career in the fashion and creative industries.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from London Metropolitan University’s BA (Hons) Fashion Photography (including Foundation Year) go on to pursue exciting and diverse creative careers across the global fashion and media industries. With strong practical skills and a refined artistic vision, students are well-prepared for roles that combine technical expertise and creative direction. Typical career paths include fashion photographer, art director, studio manager, and creative content producer.

Your career development is fully supported by the University’s Careers and Employability Service, which provides one-to-one career coaching, portfolio reviews, industry networking events, and access to exclusive placement opportunities.

Here’s what makes studying at London Met a smart professional investment:

• University support: The Careers and Employability Service and Accelerator (London Met’s business incubator) help students gain freelance experience, secure internships, and connect with industry mentors.

• Industry connections: The course maintains strong links with creative agencies, fashion brands, and professional photographers across London’s vibrant fashion scene, providing real-world exposure through projects and collaborations.

• Employment outcomes: Many graduates establish successful freelance practices or gain positions in established fashion studios, advertising agencies, and media houses.

• Long-term value: A degree from London Metropolitan University is internationally recognised and accredited within the UK higher education framework, ensuring graduates can compete globally in the creative industries.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, students can progress to postgraduate study, such as the MA Fashion Photography, MA Fine Art, or other related master’s programmes in visual communication and creative direction. These advanced studies allow graduates to deepen their artistic practice, build industry expertise, and expand professional networks across the creative and fashion sectors.