This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of digital photography and photographic manipulation. You’ll learn in specialist studios and be provided with digital SLR cameras. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of lenses and locations, with encouragement to build your confidence in this exciting field.
Funding may be available for those aged 19 and over who have been resident in the UK for at least three years, with some exceptions for individuals living within devolved adult education areas or currently enrolled on an apprenticeship.
Please note that your financial circumstances will also be considered when assessing funding eligibility. For more details, please click here or contact our Helpzone team at [email protected].
If you are aged 16+ and live in or support residents within the TQ1 to TQ5 Torbay Council postcode area, you may be eligible for funding through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). If you don’t meet this criteria, you may still qualify for funding. For any questions about eligibility, please contact the Helpzone Team at [email protected].
You should have a genuine interest in this subject
Lenses
Lighting
Studio Portraiture
Photographic manipulation
Printing
The staff at the College were so kind, supportive and helpful when I first met them. My peers had different abilities - some were already part of the fitness community, some were already personal trainers and the rest were beginners like me. It didn’t matter how new or how much experience you had. We all became a team and we all enhanced and supported each other’s experience. The Exercise to Music class gave me the confidence to understand how to support the participants, the confidence to stand in front of people, and support them all to do their best during training.
I was due to study history with English, I've always wanted to work in something creative and when I saw the film and photography course, it just kind of called out to me.
I've always been a big film lover, so I was, you know, really intrigued and I love to write, so it seemed like kind of a natural fit for me.
Housed in South Devon College’s Hi-Tech & Digital Centre our Virtual Production Studio offers a cutting-edge space where creativity and technology combine, giving you hands-on access to the tools used by leading professionals in the film, television and immersive media industries.
This specialist facility is part of a wider suite of state-of-the-art digital media resources, including film editing suites, industry-standard recording studios, professional cameras, virtual reality equipment, and Apple Mac labs loaded with special effects and editing software. Whether you’re filming, directing, compositing, or producing content for VR or traditional screens, you’ll be working with the same equipment powering today’s most innovative productions.
The Virtual Production Studio allows you to explore real-time filmmaking techniques using green screen and motion tracking—skills increasingly in demand across the creative sector. You’ll gain experience using professional-grade tools to create immersive environments, blending digital effects with live-action footage in a fully controlled setting.
With access to the Centre’s screening suite, darkrooms, and photography studios, you’ll have everything you need to take your creative vision from concept to final cut. Supported by experienced tutors and industry insight, this is your chance to learn, create, and push boundaries in a truly future-facing environment.
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At South Devon College, aspiring photographers have access to some of the most advanced and inspiring photography facilities in the region, all housed within the cutting-edge Hi-Tech & Digital Centre. Our specialist studios and creative workspaces are designed to mirror real-world industry settings, giving you the perfect space to experiment, create, and grow.
You’ll learn using professional DSLR cameras, a variety of lenses, and studio lighting equipment, gaining the technical skills to shoot across genres, from studio portraiture and commercial photography to location-based and experimental work. You’ll also develop your own creative portfolio, preparing you for progression into higher education or employment within the creative sector.
Our dedicated photography studios sit alongside an impressive range of facilities, including darkrooms, Apple Mac editing suites, and access to industry-standard special effects and retouching software. You’ll also have the opportunity to present your work in the Centre’s 4K digital screening suite – ideal for exhibitions, digital showcases, or collaborative media projects.
With support from expert tutors and access to the same professional equipment used by industry creatives, South Devon College’s photography facilities offer the perfect environment to bring your vision into focus.
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Step into the future of creative production at South Devon College’s Hi-Tech & Digital Centre, where the Digital Media Screening Suite offers a truly cinematic experience at the heart of one of the region’s most advanced learning environments. Whether you’re studying film, photography, gaming or digital media, this state-of-the-art facility provides the ideal platform to showcase, review and refine your work.
Equipped with a 4K digital projector, 7.1 surround sound, and seating for up to 100 guests, the Screening Suite mirrors professional cinema standards, giving students the opportunity to present their projects in an environment that reflects the expectations of the creative industries. It’s more than just a classroom – it’s a space to experience your work at a professional level.
The suite is also fully connected to the wider Centre, with the ability to cast content to all 4K screens throughout the building -perfect for hosting live events, exhibitions, conferences or multi-room showcases. This level of connectivity ensures your creativity reaches wider audiences in dynamic and engaging ways.
Whether you’re premiering a short film, analysing media content, delivering a live gaming broadcast, or hosting a digital showcase, the screening suite offers the technology and atmosphere to bring your ideas to life.
View 360 TourWe have courses to suit everyone so if you haven't found exactly what you're looking for yet, we recommend you take a look at the following courses. We've selected these for you based on your interests.
At South Devon College, student life is more than just studying – it’s about feeling supported, connected, and ready for the future. With excellent student support services, including wellbeing and mental health support, careers advice, and financial guidance, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Getting here is easy with affordable travel options, including discounted bus and train passes. Our campus community is welcoming and vibrant, with clubs, activities, and a dedicated Student Union ensuring you make the most of your time with us.
