BA Documentary & Editorial Photography
About this course
BA (Hons) in Photography, focusing on documentary and editorial practice. Core topics include Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Previously known as Press & Editorial Photography, the degree includes a student-led dissertation and a Final Major Portfolio. An optional foundation year is available, extending the course to four years.
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Entry requirements
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential. Our diverse community is creative, innovative and entrepreneurial. We recognise that these qualities aren’t always shown in academic grades alone. That’s why, while many of our applicants achieve high academic grades, we also welcome those who can demonstrate their potential through an exceptional portfolio or performance. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or humanities. Find out more about our Entry Requirements here . Course routes & entry requirements BA/BSc(Hons) three year degree : minimum 64 UCAS Tariff points BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree with professional placement : minimum 64 UCAS Tariff points BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree with Integrated Foundation Year : minimum 32 UCAS Tariff points Check how many points your qualifications are worth
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What students say
Based on about 170 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 360 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 84%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 14%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 87 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 82%
- Working and studying: 4%
- Further study: 1%
- Unemployed: 6%
Most common jobs
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 26%
- Elementary occupations: 17%
- Sales occupations: 13%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 52%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 32%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 300 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 17%
- South East: 17%
- South West: 39%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Explore
- Technique
- Apply
- Industry
- Launch
- Essentials of Photographic Narrative
- Professional Presence
- Photography Histories & Visual Culture
- Photographic Narrative in Context
- Critical Approaches to Reading the Image
- Audio Visual & Interactive Storytelling
- Law, Ethics & Human Rights
- Audiences
- Cultural & Critical Context
- Developmental Portfolio
- Dissertation
- Final Major Portfolio
- Professional Futures
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £23,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £29,000. The £23,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Cinematics and photography.
What do graduates of BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University do next?
87% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University?
The average entrant had 134 UCAS points.
Does BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Documentary & Editorial Photography at Falmouth University?
84% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.