Open University Online Courses – supported by the RPS. The OU and the RPS have a long-standing relationship underpinned by our shared passion for photography and life-long learning.
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: CREATING AND SHARING BETTER IMAGES
Available worldwide for £200
Course starts on: 17 October 2020.
Register by 2 September 2020.
OU course code: TG089
Duration: 10 weeks, 10 hours per week
This short course is for beginners to intermediate level photographers. The course will develop your technical and visual skills as you learn the principles of digital photography and image editing. The course will also provide a foundation for those intending to undertake the RPS Licentiate Distinction (LRPS) qualification.
"I have just passed the TG089 Digital Photography Course and I have thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for allowing students, including students like myself from overseas, to study photography and become part of a great community of fellow photographers via the Royal Photographic Society."
S.K., The Netherlands
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NEW for 2020
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: CREATING A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO
Available worldwide for £450
Course start on: 2 November 2020. Register by 2 November.
OU course code: TZFM200
Duration: 10 weeks, 10 hours per week
This microcredential is for competent photographers who want to take their skills to the next level. The course will allow you to explore the theory and practicalities of digital imaging as well as a series of practical assignments designed to develop your technical and artistic skills.
Experiment in applying a range of photographic techniques to a specialist photographic genre - from nature and portraiture to architecture and fine art, and step outside your photographic comfort zone.
The course will support you in progressing toward professional level photography. If you wish to continue your studies, the creation of a professional portfolio that explores an explicit photographic intent is a requirement for a number of qualifications, including the RPS Associateship Distinction (ARPS).
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RPS offers the following benefits to learners
RPS membership
Upon enrollment you will be able to become a member of the Royal Photographic Society at the student rate of £55 (standard rate: £120, saving £65). To qualify for the discounted membership, you can contact us upon enrollment or within the 10 week duration of your chosen course. To sign up, visit rps.org/membership as a Student Member and provide your OU enrollment details.
If you are an existing RPS Member, you may be entitled to a partial refund. Please contact the membership team at membership@rps.org for more information.
Distinctions Benefits: OU students are eligible for a one-to-one portfolio review at the reduced price of £10. Open to members and non-members. Find out more here.
RPS Certificate
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a course-specific RPS Certificate in Photography.
Cost: Non-members: £12/Members: Free